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Pope Leo on Saint Francis and Peace
Pope Leo links Saint Francis' fraternal love to building peace through Church renewal.
In brief
Pope Leo links Saint Francis' fraternal love to building peace through Church renewal. Pope Leo says Saint Francis' example of fraternal love helps repair the Church and build peace. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Pope Leo at Angelus
Pope Leo addressed the faithful during Sunday's Angelus in Saint Peter's Square.
God's Mercy Overcomes Evil
Pope Leo stated Jesus, the Son of God, was rejected by those who should have welcomed Him.
Saint Francis' Legacy
Pope Leo recalled Saint Francis of Assisi on the eighth centenary of his death.
Church Renewal Through Love
Pope Leo said Saint Francis repaired the Church through fraternal love and healing divisions.
Jubilee Year Focus
Pope Leo urged the faithful to seek peace and build harmony among peoples during the Franciscan Jubilee Year.
“perseveringly ask for the gift of peace and sincerely commit ourselves to building harmony among peoples”
Conclusion
Pope Leo entrusted peace-building efforts to Mary's intercession before praying the Angelus.
The bottom line
Pope Leo says Saint Francis' example of fraternal love helps repair the Church and build peace.
