# Pope Leo urges October Rosary prayer for global peace

> Pope Leo XIV calls for worldwide Rosary prayer in October to end conflict and build peace.
- Title: Pope Leo urges October Rosary prayer for global peace
- Summary: Pope Leo XIV calls for worldwide Rosary prayer in October to end conflict and build peace. Pray the Rosary in October with the intention of peace to stop…
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- Source: Vaticannews — https://vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2026-09/pope-leo-xiv-appeal-mass-angelus-prayer-rosary-october.html
- Author: Vatican News
- Published: 2026-09-27T12:29:34.429+00:00
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- Topics: pope leo xiv, rosary, peace, apostolic journey, france, lourdes, virgin mary, one million children praying, religion, world
## Pope's October appeal
Pope Leo XIV urges Christians to pray the Holy Rosary for peace in October to end global conflicts.

> Let us accompany this prayer with concrete acts of penance and mercy, committing ourselves always to fostering dialogue and reconciliation.
## Lourdes prayer call
Pope Leo XIV links the Rosary to St. Bernadette's 1858 vision in Lourdes, France.
## October 1 gathering
700 to 1,000 children will pray the Rosary at Vatican Gardens on October 1 for peace.
## Global initiative
The 'One Million Children Praying the Rosary' event connects children worldwide through shared prayer.
## Worldwide week
The Rosary prayer begins a week-long global effort ending October 7, Our Lady of the Rosary feast.
## Key takeaway

Pray the Rosary in October with the intention of peace to stop wars.