Pope Leo XIV's Charity Message

Pope Leo XIV tells members of Rome's Circolo San Pietro charity group charity is the source of prayer, soul of action, and expression of sacrifice.

“May charity always be the source of your prayer, the soul of your action, and the expression of your spiritual sacrifice”

Circolo San Pietro's Mission

Circolo San Pietro, a Rome charity group founded in 1869, helps the vulnerable through soup kitchens, welcome centers, and shelters.

Prayer as Foundation

Pope Leo XIV says prayer is the foundation of charity, nurturing our relationship with God and receiving the charity we give.

“Prayer is precisely that relationship through which we receive the very charity we are called to give”

Action and Sacrifice

Pope Leo XIV links action to love for neighbors and sacrifice to sharing Christ's work through service to the least among us.

“In offering your time, your enthusiasm, and even your toil for the benefit of the least among us, you share in the very work of Christ”

Peter's Pence Thanks

Pope Leo XIV thanks Circolo San Pietro for collecting Peter's Pence donations to support the Bishop of Rome and the Apostolic See.

“Peter’s Pence supports the Bishop of Rome’s care for this city and, at the same time, helps meet the needs of the Apostolic See”