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Pope calls for immediate end to ‘barbarity’ of war in Gaza
The “barbarity of war” and forced displacement of people have to end, and civilians and places of worship have to be protected, Pope Leo XIV said yesterday. Source: CNS.
Three dead, nine injured after Israeli tank fires on Gaza church
Pope Leo XIV has renewed his call for an immediate ceasefire and said he was “deeply saddened to learn of the loss of life and injury” after a tank fired on the only Catholic church in Gaza yesterday, killing three people. Source: The Tablet.
Pope calls for ‘path to unity’ in meeting with Orthodox and Catholic pilgrims
Pope Leo XIV pledged to work to “pursue the path of unity and fraternal charity” in a meeting in Castel Gandolfo yesterday with Orthodox and Catholic clergy from the United States. Source: Crux.
From Francis to Leo: Examining the transition
“From Pope Francis to Pope Leo” was the theme of a thought-provoking discussion hosted by the Sydney Institute on July 7. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Charity never takes a vacation: Papal Almoner
Activity for Pope Leo may slow down during July – but not his charitable outreach. Source: Vatican News.
How kicking a ball can promote peace and unity
Pope Leo XIV has emphasised the importance of coming together for peace and promoting unity through sport, politics, music, and other means. Source: Vatican News.
Caring for others is the supreme law: Pope
In the service of life, caring for others is “the supreme law” that comes before all of society’s rules, Pope Leo XIV said yesterday. Source: OSV News.
Plans to turn Pope Leo’s boyhood home in Chicago into historic site
The Village of Dolton, a Chicago suburb, has bought Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home for $US375,000 ($570,000). Source: Catholic Review.
Pope Leo calls for ‘revolution of care’ for the elderly
In his message for World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly, Pope Leo XIV has called on every parish and church group or association to become part of a “revolution” of care and gratitude by regularly visiting older people. Source: CNS.