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Pope Calls for Respect and Love Amidst Global Deserts of Peace
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In Short: Pope Benedict XVI emphasized the importance of love and respect in a speech, reflecting on the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and the need for peace amidst growing conflicts.
Pope Benedict XVI called for respect and love towards those who think differently, emphasizing that the gift of life is central to the mission of disciples and the building of a civilization of love.
Reflecting on Peter’s question to Jesus about forgiveness, the Pope noted that Peter’s suggestion of seven times already indicated abundance, as the number seven symbolizes fullness in Scripture.
Speaking in English after praying the Angelus with the faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square, the Pope recalled the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, renewing prayers for those who lost their lives and for those who continue to bear the wounds of that tragic day.
The Pope urged people to overcome the individualistic mindset and adopt an attitude of responsibility and participation, stating that the future of humanity depends on each person’s commitment to collaborate with God and with their brothers and sisters in building a more humane world.
What's confirmed
- Pope Benedict XVI called for respect and love towards those who think differently, emphasizing that the gift of life is central to the mission of disciples and the building of a civilization of love.
- Reflecting on Peter’s question to Jesus about forgiveness, the Pope noted that Peter’s suggestion of seven times already indicated abundance, as the number seven symbolizes fullness in Scripture.
- Speaking in English after praying the Angelus with the faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square, the Pope recalled the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, renewing prayers for those who lost their lives and for those who continue to bear the wounds of that tragic day.
- The Pope urged people to overcome the individualistic mindset and adopt an attitude of responsibility and participation, stating that the future of humanity depends on each person’s commitment to collaborate with God and with their brothers and sisters in building a more humane world.
What's still developing
- Pope Benedict XVI reminded us that “the external deserts in the world are growing, because the internal deserts have become so vast” ( Homily for the Solemn Inauguration of the Petrine Ministry, 24 April 2005).
- The following is the full text of Pope Leo XIV’s 2026 message for the 11th World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation celebrated by the Church on Sept.
- This peace is neither superficial nor fleeting; it flows from the enduring love of Christ and his care for every human person.
- But today, we too often witness the very opposite, as efforts continue to be directed toward violence and war.
- “Two days ago marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in the United States of America. I renew my prayers for those who lost their lives and for those who continue to bear the wounds of that tragic day. At a time when conflict and violence afflict so many of our brothers and sisters, I invite everyone to pray that the Lord will bestow his gift of peace upon the world,” he said.
- “All things are given to us by God out of pure love, and none of us can claim to be perfect in responding to such goodness. For this reason, gratuitousness — which is the source of our existence — is also the best rule for our life together,” the pope said.
- Leo said that forgiving and healing love confirmed Peter in his mission as the first of the apostles.
- VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV remembered the victims of the Sept.