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This is the view of 1.2 million people from above. This is happening in Madrid, in the famous Plaza de Cibeles and its surroundings, where Pope Leo XIV will preside over the solemn Corpus Christi Mass, followed by a historic procession.

This is the view of 1.2 million people from above. This is happening in Madrid, in the famous Plaza de Cibeles and its surroundings, where Pope Leo XIV will preside over the solemn Corpus Christi Mass, followed by a historic procession.

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Pope Leo XIV crowning the statue of Our Lady of the Gypsies for the Jubilee of the Roma, Sinti and Travelling Peoples.

Pope Leo XIV crowning the statue of Our Lady of the Gypsies for the Jubilee of the Roma, Sinti and Travelling Peoples.

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BREAKING NEWS: The blood of Saint Januarius has liquefied in Naples ahead of Pope Leo’s visit for the first anniversary of his election as pope. During a packed liturgy in the cathedral, the pope held the reliquary aloft and displayed the liquefied relic for the faithful, a gesture many Neapolitans read as a sign of protection and hope for their city. The famous “miracle of San Gennaro” traditionally occurs three times a year—on the saint’s feast day in mid‑September, in December, and in May—and it also famously happened during Pope Francis’ visit to Naples in 2015, a moment many interpreted as a special blessing for the city.

BREAKING NEWS: The blood of Saint Januarius has liquefied in Naples ahead of Pope Leo’s visit for the first anniversary of his election as pope. During a packed liturgy in the cathedral, the pope held the reliquary aloft and displayed the liquefied relic for the faithful, a gesture many Neapolitans read as a sign of protection and hope for their city. The famous “miracle of San Gennaro” traditionally occurs three times a year—on the saint’s feast day in mid‑September, in December, and in May—and it also famously happened during Pope Francis’ visit to Naples in 2015, a moment many interpreted as a special blessing for the city.

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St. Peter’s Square erupts with joy at the General Audience. The Pope tries to finish his sentence, but the crowd takes over: ‘Leone! Leone!’ He swallows, smiles shyly. History is being made as more and more pilgrims meet the Catholic Church’s new Pope!

St. Peter’s Square erupts with joy at the General Audience. The Pope tries to finish his sentence, but the crowd takes over: ‘Leone! Leone!’ He swallows, smiles shyly. History is being made as more and more pilgrims meet the Catholic Church’s new Pope!

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These are the ruins of the imperial palace of Nicaea in İznik, Türkiye (Turkey), the site many experts consider the most likely location of the First Council of Nicaea. Pope Leo will visit this city on Friday, November 28, to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea. 📹 Magdalena Wolinska-Riedi / EWTN News

These are the ruins of the imperial palace of Nicaea in İznik, Türkiye (Turkey), the site many experts consider the most likely location of the First Council of Nicaea. Pope Leo will visit this city on Friday, November 28, to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea. 📹 Magdalena Wolinska-Riedi / EWTN News

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You can tell the crowd had been waiting for this. During his apostolic trip to Africa, Pope Leo has already shown off his English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish — but this afternoon he unlocked a new language: Kimbundu, a Bantu language spoken in Angola. He said: “Mama Muxima, tueza kokué, Mama Muxima, tutambululé,” which means: “Mother of the heart, we come to you; Mother of the heart, receive us.” The crowd erupted in applause. Hey Duolingo we couldn’t find Kimbundu on your app… any plans?

You can tell the crowd had been waiting for this. During his apostolic trip to Africa, Pope Leo has already shown off his English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish — but this afternoon he unlocked a new language: Kimbundu, a Bantu language spoken in Angola. He said: “Mama Muxima, tueza kokué, Mama Muxima, tutambululé,” which means: “Mother of the heart, we come to you; Mother of the heart, receive us.” The crowd erupted in applause. Hey Duolingo we couldn’t find Kimbundu on your app… any plans?

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Saint Carlo Acutis' parents, Andrea and Antonia, accompanied by his younger twin siblings, Michele and Francesca, brought the offertory gifts to Pope Leo XIV during the canonization Mass.

Saint Carlo Acutis' parents, Andrea and Antonia, accompanied by his younger twin siblings, Michele and Francesca, brought the offertory gifts to Pope Leo XIV during the canonization Mass.

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“Do not be afraid!”. In his first Regina Coeli, Pope Leo XIV echoes the timeless call of St. John Paul II, urging young people to embrace Christ’s invitation. On the 62nd World Day of Prayer for Vocations, his voice resounds: “Accept the invitation of the Church and Christ the Lord!”

“Do not be afraid!”. In his first Regina Coeli, Pope Leo XIV echoes the timeless call of St. John Paul II, urging young people to embrace Christ’s invitation. On the 62nd World Day of Prayer for Vocations, his voice resounds: “Accept the invitation of the Church and Christ the Lord!”

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Pope Leo XIV met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the Vatican on Jan. 12, in an unscheduled audience later added to the official agenda. Machado, a key figure of the Venezuelan opposition and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has denounced the country’s humanitarian and institutional crisis. The Vatican released no details of the meeting, as the Pope continues to call for respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty and human and civil rights.

Pope Leo XIV met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the Vatican on Jan. 12, in an unscheduled audience later added to the official agenda. Machado, a key figure of the Venezuelan opposition and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has denounced the country’s humanitarian and institutional crisis. The Vatican released no details of the meeting, as the Pope continues to call for respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty and human and civil rights.

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During the Chrism Mass, Pope Leo XIV breathes over the sacred chrism oil—a gesture known as insufflation. This ancient sign recalls Christ breathing the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It symbolizes the Spirit’s presence sanctifying the oil, which will be used in the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders, marking the faithful with the seal of Christ.

During the Chrism Mass, Pope Leo XIV breathes over the sacred chrism oil—a gesture known as insufflation. This ancient sign recalls Christ breathing the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It symbolizes the Spirit’s presence sanctifying the oil, which will be used in the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders, marking the faithful with the seal of Christ.

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🎥 VIDEO | Pope Francis states that "Enough! Enough, brothers! Every human being is precious in the eyes of God."

🎥 VIDEO | Pope Francis states that "Enough! Enough, brothers! Every human being is precious in the eyes of God."

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"La Mamma è sempre con noi!" “Our Mother is always with us!” With simple and tender words, at the feet of Our Lady of the Rosary, Pope Leo XIV turned a simple greeting into a small catechesis of the heart: when we walk with Mary, we are never alone.

"La Mamma è sempre con noi!" “Our Mother is always with us!” With simple and tender words, at the feet of Our Lady of the Rosary, Pope Leo XIV turned a simple greeting into a small catechesis of the heart: when we walk with Mary, we are never alone.

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Pope Francis, still recovering from pneumonia, visited Rome’s Regina Coeli prison on Holy Thursday, meeting with about 70 inmates. After a moment of prayer and personal greetings, he led the Our Father and gave his blessing. The visit lasted just over 30 minutes.

Pope Francis, still recovering from pneumonia, visited Rome’s Regina Coeli prison on Holy Thursday, meeting with about 70 inmates. After a moment of prayer and personal greetings, he led the Our Father and gave his blessing. The visit lasted just over 30 minutes.

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Three years ago, on September 30, 2023, Pope Francis bestowed the cardinal’s biretta upon Robert Francis Prevost, then Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops. Their greeting, filled with joy and affection, is captured in these images. On May 8, 2025, Prevost would be elected Pope, taking the name Leo XIV. Looking back at that moment today is even more moving. ❤️

Three years ago, on September 30, 2023, Pope Francis bestowed the cardinal’s biretta upon Robert Francis Prevost, then Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops. Their greeting, filled with joy and affection, is captured in these images. On May 8, 2025, Prevost would be elected Pope, taking the name Leo XIV. Looking back at that moment today is even more moving. ❤️

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This was Pope Francis’s last public appearance. His final gesture of love for the Church was the Urbi et Orbi blessing with which Catholics celebrate the Resurrection on Easter. Let us listen to his words and pray for the eternal repose of our shepherd.

This was Pope Francis’s last public appearance. His final gesture of love for the Church was the Urbi et Orbi blessing with which Catholics celebrate the Resurrection on Easter. Let us listen to his words and pray for the eternal repose of our shepherd.

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Produced by the Dicastery for Integral Human Development and EWTN a video reflection on Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence, opened the historic launch event on May 25, 2026 in the Vatican.

Produced by the Dicastery for Integral Human Development and EWTN a video reflection on Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence, opened the historic launch event on May 25, 2026 in the Vatican.

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Pope Leo XIV held his first meeting with Dame Sarah Mullally, the new Archbishop of Canterbury and the first woman to lead the Church of England and the Anglican Communion. During their audience at the Vatican, the Pope encouraged Catholics and Anglicans to continue the path of dialogue and unity, acknowledging that new challenges have made full communion more difficult. He warned that it would be a “scandal” not only to fail in the common mission of making Christ known, but also to stop working to overcome divisions, “no matter how intractable they may appear.”

Pope Leo XIV held his first meeting with Dame Sarah Mullally, the new Archbishop of Canterbury and the first woman to lead the Church of England and the Anglican Communion. During their audience at the Vatican, the Pope encouraged Catholics and Anglicans to continue the path of dialogue and unity, acknowledging that new challenges have made full communion more difficult. He warned that it would be a “scandal” not only to fail in the common mission of making Christ known, but also to stop working to overcome divisions, “no matter how intractable they may appear.”

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At today's General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflected on Sacrosanctum Concilium, the Second Vatican Council’s constitution on the sacred liturgy, and urged priests to respect the texts and norms of the Mass. The Holy Father reminded priests not to alter the liturgy “on their own initiative,” warning that such changes can create confusion among the faithful.

At today's General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflected on Sacrosanctum Concilium, the Second Vatican Council’s constitution on the sacred liturgy, and urged priests to respect the texts and norms of the Mass. The Holy Father reminded priests not to alter the liturgy “on their own initiative,” warning that such changes can create confusion among the faithful.

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Saint Agatha was solemnly crowned today in Catania by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Pontifical Legate of Pope Leo XIV, as the city celebrates 900 years since the return of her relics. On August 17, 1126, the relics of the third-century virgin and martyr returned to Catania (in Sicily) from Constantinople. Nine centuries later, that historic homecoming was commemorated with a 7.5 km pilgrimage through the city to Piazza Duomo. There, Saint Agatha’s skull was presented to the faithful before being placed inside her magnificent reliquary bust, while her other relics were returned to the silver reliquary casket. Cardinal Parolin then performed the solemn coronation of Catania’s beloved patroness. 900 years later, Catania still welcomes Saint Agatha home: “Cittadini, viva Sant’Agata!” 📹: fabiusaderno (IG) x Crux Stationalis - Jacob Stein

Saint Agatha was solemnly crowned today in Catania by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Pontifical Legate of Pope Leo XIV, as the city celebrates 900 years since the return of her relics. On August 17, 1126, the relics of the third-century virgin and martyr returned to Catania (in Sicily) from Constantinople. Nine centuries later, that historic homecoming was commemorated with a 7.5 km pilgrimage through the city to Piazza Duomo. There, Saint Agatha’s skull was presented to the faithful before being placed inside her magnificent reliquary bust, while her other relics were returned to the silver reliquary casket. Cardinal Parolin then performed the solemn coronation of Catania’s beloved patroness. 900 years later, Catania still welcomes Saint Agatha home: “Cittadini, viva Sant’Agata!” 📹: fabiusaderno (IG) x Crux Stationalis - Jacob Stein

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Shortly after accepting his election as the 267th Pope, Pope Leo XIV embraced each of the Cardinal Electors and then proceeded to the Pauline Chapel, where he spent a moment in prayer.

Shortly after accepting his election as the 267th Pope, Pope Leo XIV embraced each of the Cardinal Electors and then proceeded to the Pauline Chapel, where he spent a moment in prayer.

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First images of Pope Francis' tomb at Saint Mary Major: the slab marked 'FRANCISCVS' is lit by a spotlight, and above it hangs a crucifix — an enlarged replica of the late Pope's pectoral cross.

First images of Pope Francis' tomb at Saint Mary Major: the slab marked 'FRANCISCVS' is lit by a spotlight, and above it hangs a crucifix — an enlarged replica of the late Pope's pectoral cross.

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With visible emotion, Pope Leo XIV closes the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica—the last one still open—marking the end of the Jubilee of Hope 2025. Crossed by over 33 million pilgrims, the door had been opened by Pope Francis on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024. The 27th ordinary Jubilee in the history of the Catholic Church—and the second of the 21st century—comes to a close on the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord.

With visible emotion, Pope Leo XIV closes the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica—the last one still open—marking the end of the Jubilee of Hope 2025. Crossed by over 33 million pilgrims, the door had been opened by Pope Francis on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024. The 27th ordinary Jubilee in the history of the Catholic Church—and the second of the 21st century—comes to a close on the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord.

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On his way back to the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV visited St. Mary Major, where he stopped in prayer before the tomb of Pope Francis and the icon of the Virgin, Salus Populi Romani.

On his way back to the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV visited St. Mary Major, where he stopped in prayer before the tomb of Pope Francis and the icon of the Virgin, Salus Populi Romani.

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The Jubilee of Hope 2025 has begun! Pope Francis opened the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. The Catholic Church begins a Holy Year that the Popes proclaim every 25 years. #Jubilee2025

The Jubilee of Hope 2025 has begun! Pope Francis opened the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. The Catholic Church begins a Holy Year that the Popes proclaim every 25 years. #Jubilee2025

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In remarks to journalists in Castel Gandolfo, a reporter asked Pope Leo XIV why he had not prayed “at least not visibly” during his visit to the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul. The Pope smiled and replied: “Who said that I didn’t pray? … And perhaps I am praying even now.” He then clarified: “In fact, I prefer to pray in a Catholic church, in the presence of the Most Blessed Sacrament,” calling the attention given to that moment “a bit… curious.”

In remarks to journalists in Castel Gandolfo, a reporter asked Pope Leo XIV why he had not prayed “at least not visibly” during his visit to the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul. The Pope smiled and replied: “Who said that I didn’t pray? … And perhaps I am praying even now.” He then clarified: “In fact, I prefer to pray in a Catholic church, in the presence of the Most Blessed Sacrament,” calling the attention given to that moment “a bit… curious.”

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The Borso d’Este Bible, one of the supreme masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, was formally presented to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican during an institutional ceremony attended by the President of the Italian Senate, Ignazio La Russa. The encounter took on a particularly touching note when Pope Leo gently reached for the manuscript, carefully asking whether gloves were required and if he might turn its pages. Reassured that the precious volume could be handled, the Pope leafed through the codex with evident reverence, observing various Bible passages and illuminations. Commissioned in the 15th century by Borso d’Este, Duke of Ferrara, the lavishly illuminated Bible—celebrated for its gold embellishments and Afghan lapis lazuli miniatures—stands as a pinnacle of European manuscript art, uniting exceptional artistic refinement, historical significance, and profound spiritual symbolism. It is rarely displayed outside its permanent home at the Estense Library in Modena.

The Borso d’Este Bible, one of the supreme masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, was formally presented to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican during an institutional ceremony attended by the President of the Italian Senate, Ignazio La Russa. The encounter took on a particularly touching note when Pope Leo gently reached for the manuscript, carefully asking whether gloves were required and if he might turn its pages. Reassured that the precious volume could be handled, the Pope leafed through the codex with evident reverence, observing various Bible passages and illuminations. Commissioned in the 15th century by Borso d’Este, Duke of Ferrara, the lavishly illuminated Bible—celebrated for its gold embellishments and Afghan lapis lazuli miniatures—stands as a pinnacle of European manuscript art, uniting exceptional artistic refinement, historical significance, and profound spiritual symbolism. It is rarely displayed outside its permanent home at the Estense Library in Modena.

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For the first time in 57 years, a pope has attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Pontifical Swiss Guard. Pope Leo XIV took part in the event held in the San Damaso Courtyard at the Vatican. The 27 new recruits pledged their loyalty before the Holy Father — marking the first papal presence at the ceremony since Paul VI in 1968.

For the first time in 57 years, a pope has attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Pontifical Swiss Guard. Pope Leo XIV took part in the event held in the San Damaso Courtyard at the Vatican. The 27 new recruits pledged their loyalty before the Holy Father — marking the first papal presence at the ceremony since Paul VI in 1968.

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🔴Breaking: Pope Francis made his first public appearance in over a month, offering a brief greeting and apostolic blessing — delivered with visible effort — from a window of Gemelli Hospital. He will be discharged today and continue his recovery at the Vatican.

🔴Breaking: Pope Francis made his first public appearance in over a month, offering a brief greeting and apostolic blessing — delivered with visible effort — from a window of Gemelli Hospital. He will be discharged today and continue his recovery at the Vatican.

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In a candid moment, Pope Leo blessed the traditional Armenian offering of bread and salt—and, after asking the Armenian Patriarch Sahak II if he should eat the piece, he did. This was the first event of his fourth and final day in Türkiye (Turkey): a prayer visit to the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral, where he was welcomed with the customary gift of bread and salt. In Armenian tradition, bread symbolizes life and God’s generous blessing, while salt represents purity, loyalty, incorruptibility, and faithful relationships. To “eat salt and bread together” means to seal a bond of lasting trust and peace. In Armenian spirituality, this call to hospitality is rooted in Abraham welcoming the three angels, the Gospel invitation to receive Christ in every stranger, and the monastic tradition of caring for pilgrims.

In a candid moment, Pope Leo blessed the traditional Armenian offering of bread and salt—and, after asking the Armenian Patriarch Sahak II if he should eat the piece, he did. This was the first event of his fourth and final day in Türkiye (Turkey): a prayer visit to the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral, where he was welcomed with the customary gift of bread and salt. In Armenian tradition, bread symbolizes life and God’s generous blessing, while salt represents purity, loyalty, incorruptibility, and faithful relationships. To “eat salt and bread together” means to seal a bond of lasting trust and peace. In Armenian spirituality, this call to hospitality is rooted in Abraham welcoming the three angels, the Gospel invitation to receive Christ in every stranger, and the monastic tradition of caring for pilgrims.

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Madrid witnessed something extraordinary today: Pope Leo XIV carrying our Eucharistic Lord through its streets on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. As thousands followed in prayer and adoration, the scene reflected the beauty of this ancient feast. But Madrid was not alone. Across the world, Catholics gathered to carry Jesus in the Eucharist through their streets, publicly proclaiming their faith in His Real Presence. Corpus Christi is more than a tradition—it is living faith made visible. Wherever the Eucharistic Lord was carried in procession today, in Madrid, throughout Spain, throughout the world, there beat the heart of the Church.

Madrid witnessed something extraordinary today: Pope Leo XIV carrying our Eucharistic Lord through its streets on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. As thousands followed in prayer and adoration, the scene reflected the beauty of this ancient feast. But Madrid was not alone. Across the world, Catholics gathered to carry Jesus in the Eucharist through their streets, publicly proclaiming their faith in His Real Presence. Corpus Christi is more than a tradition—it is living faith made visible. Wherever the Eucharistic Lord was carried in procession today, in Madrid, throughout Spain, throughout the world, there beat the heart of the Church.

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Pope Leo XIV began his third day in Türkiye with a historic visit to Istanbul’s iconic Blue Mosque, entering a Muslim place of worship for the first time as pope. He removed his shoes at the entrance (he actually wears white socks!), following local custom, and according to the mosque’s muezzin, who guided him through the building, he gently declined an invitation to offer a prayer there.

Pope Leo XIV began his third day in Türkiye with a historic visit to Istanbul’s iconic Blue Mosque, entering a Muslim place of worship for the first time as pope. He removed his shoes at the entrance (he actually wears white socks!), following local custom, and according to the mosque’s muezzin, who guided him through the building, he gently declined an invitation to offer a prayer there.

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“We are bishops, but first and foremost we are disciples.” Pope Leo XIV reminded 147 new bishops from five continents that their first responsibility is to “remain with Jesus.” He urged them to become shepherds who know their people personally: “Learn their names, listen to their stories, enter their homes whenever possible, and pray with them.” The Pope also called them to care especially for their priests, reminding them that even a phone call, visit, blessing or word of encouragement can remain in someone’s heart for a lifetime. Read more 👉

“We are bishops, but first and foremost we are disciples.” Pope Leo XIV reminded 147 new bishops from five continents that their first responsibility is to “remain with Jesus.” He urged them to become shepherds who know their people personally: “Learn their names, listen to their stories, enter their homes whenever possible, and pray with them.” The Pope also called them to care especially for their priests, reminding them that even a phone call, visit, blessing or word of encouragement can remain in someone’s heart for a lifetime. Read more 👉

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