From world war II to the pressing conflicts that today afflict so many nations and territories, Ukraine, Gaza, Pakistan, India were remembered by the Pontiff after the prayer of Regina Coeli. There was no affectionate greeting to mothers in their day and gratitude for the thousands of Roman and pilgrim faithful from all over the world for accompanying him in his first prayer Pascual.
ALINA TUFANI DÍAZ – Vatican City
Make memory of the story not to forget the drama that looms over the world. Thus began Pope Leo XIV his reflection after the prayer of Regina Coeli, who recalled the “immense tragedy of World War II” that ended, on May 8 of 80 years ago, after having charged 60 million victims and, today, a spectrum of death that again threatens humanity.
“In the dramatic current scenario of a third World War in suspense, as Pope Francis has repeatedly affirmed, I also go to the greats in the world, repeating the calling always current:” Never again war again! “”
Just and lasting peace
Pedro’s neo successor addressed the Ukrainian people who have suffered the pain of war for more than three years.
“I carry in my heart the suffering of the beloved Ukrainian people, that everything possible to achieve a true, fair and lasting peace is done as soon as possible. That all prisoners are released and that the children return with their families.”
The conflict between Palestinians and Israelis has also motivated a call from the Pontiff for immediate cessation, and the release of hostages.
“It sadly saddens what is happening in the Gaza Strip, the fire ceases immediately! That humanitarian aid is provided to the exhausted civilian population and that all hostages are released”
The recent announcement of the high to fire between India and Pakistan that has had the entire world in alarm, being two nuclearly armed nations, has been received by Leo XIV with satisfaction and hope.
“I have welcomed with satisfaction the announcement of the high fire between India and Pakistan, and I hope that through the next negotiations a durable agreement will be reached soon.”
Leo XIV Greetings to the multitude of faithful and pilgrims gathered in the Plaza de San Pedro (@Vatican Media)
THE MIRACLE OF PEACE
The Pope did not forget the innumerable conflicts that afflict so many regions and countries of the world and invited to pray for the miracle of peace
“But, how many other conflicts are in the world! I trust this felt supplication to the Queen of Peace, so that this one to the Lord Jesus and obtains the miracle of peace.”
Felíz Mother’s Day
In a Plaza de San Pedro crowded with faithful and pilgrims, the Pope greeted the 100,000 people who wanted to accompany him in this first appearance for the Marian prayer, which was held from the central balcony of the Vatican Basilica and not from the traditional window of the papal study in the Apostolic Palace. Individuals, their greetings also to groups of pilgrims around the world: to the members of the British and foreign biblical society, to the group of doctors of Granada Spain, to the faithful of Malta, Panama, Dallas Texas, Valladolid, Torrelodones, Madrid, Montesilvano and Cinisi Palermo, the participants in the event “We choose for life”, the young people of the fraternity of Santa María Immaculada San Francisco de Asís de Reggio Emilia ”.
But without forgetting Mother’s Day that is celebrated this third Sunday in May in more than 90 countries, the Pope congratulated them.
“I send an affectionate greeting to all mothers, with a prayer for them and for those who are already in heaven. Happy mother’s day to all mothers!
And greeting with joy and emotion to those present, the Pope concluded his speech.
Thank you all, happy Sunday to all! “
The Pope arrested a few seconds to greet the people of God who came to meet him (@Vatican Media)
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