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Peace must be protected and cultivated: Pope
The “confrontational” tone dominating both global and national politics is “deepening instability and unpredictability day by day”, Pope Leo XIV wrote in his message for World Peace Day. Source: CNS.
Life’s true treasure is the heart: Pope
In today’s fast-paced world, with pressure to deliver results and efficiency, Pope Leo XIV said yesterday that many have been stripped of their serenity and ability to live. Source: Catholic Review.
Pope thanks UISG members for their fidelity and courage
In a letter sent on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the International Union of Superiors General, Pope Leo XIV urges women religious to be “pilgrims and missionary disciples of hope” to heal the wounds of those they encounter. Source: Vatican News.
Pope makes Vogue’s ‘best dressed’ list for 2025
Elected to the papacy just seven months ago, Pope Leo XIV is quickly making an impression in Hollywood and among the elite fashionistas of the world, making Vogue magazine’s best dressed list for 2025. Source: Crux.
Justice should not be reduced to punishment alone: Pope
Pope Leo XIV presided over the final major celebration of the Holy Year yesterday, calling for renewed commitment to justice, rehabilitation, and hope as he celebrated a Jubilee Mass dedicated to prisoners in St Peter’s Basilica. Source: CNA.
Live authentically with prayer and let go of the superfluous: Pope
The secret to living an authentic life is praying to understand what is truly beneficial according to God’s plan and letting go of the superfluous, Pope Leo XIV said yesterday. Source: CNS.
Pope says Trump’s Ukraine plan could break US-Europe alliance
Pope Leo XIV said this week President Donald Trump’s plan to end Russia’s war against Ukraine threatens to break apart the alliance between Europe and the United States. Source: CNA.
Visit to Türkiye and Lebanon teaches that peace is possible: Pope
Pope Leo XIV said his encounter with religious leaders during his apostolic journey to Türkiye and Lebanon last week teaches that peace is possible if Christians and people of other faiths build it together. Source: Vatican News.
Dialogue and respect could help end Middle East conflicts: Pope
At the end of his first foreign trip as Pope, which focused on dialogue, Pope Leo XIV said the examples of friendship and respect he had witnessed could serve as a helpful model for others. Source: CNS.