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During the Vatican Angelus, Pope Leo XIV says living the Beatitudes brings happiness, lights the darkness, renews the heart, and offers hope to the oppressed, presenting happiness as a gift to be shared rather than a prize to be won.
Pope Leo, in his first Angelus address of 2026, called for global and familial peace through prayer, emphasizing hope, conversion of hearts to God, and the example of Mary and Christ's Heart as models for transforming pain into peace and forgiveness.
During the Angelus on the Feast of the Holy Family, Pope Leo XIV urged prayers for peace and for families suffering from war, emphasizing the importance of love, prayer, and living Gospel values to be a light in society marked by conflict and division.
During his Angelus on All Souls Day, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the hope of resurrection, the importance of remembering the deceased, and the universal dignity of every person, encouraging believers to find hope in Christ's promise of eternal life and to keep the memory of loved ones alive through prayer and reflection.
During the Angelus prayer, Pope Leo XIV emphasized Mary as an icon of hope and a guiding figure for pilgrims, highlighting her role in the journey of life and the importance of looking to her for renewed hope during difficult times.
Pope Francis, during his Angelus address, urged Christians to live sober, nonmaterialistic lives, warning that excess enslaves. He emphasized the importance of sharing resources and creating loving, faith-filled communities. The pope also highlighted Sea Sunday, praying for maritime workers and peace in conflict zones like Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, and Myanmar.
During his Sunday Angelus address, Pope Francis urged the faithful to draw closer to Christ by shedding unnecessary baggage and embracing a sober lifestyle. He emphasized the importance of community, sharing resources, and maintaining sobriety in thoughts and actions to fully experience God's joy and love. The Pope also called for prayers for maritime workers and peace in conflict regions.
During the Angelus prayer on the Feast of the Epiphany, Pope Francis encouraged Christians to find wonder in the humility of the Child Jesus, as the Magi did, and to learn from children's perspectives to gain a fresh and creative outlook on the world's problems. He emphasized the importance of adoration, contemplation, and spending time with children, and prayed for Mary's intercession to increase love for the Child Jesus and all children, especially those affected by war and injustice.
Pope Francis, during the Angelus on the Feast of the Holy Family, emphasized the importance of marveling at God's presence in the family unit, even amidst poverty and suffering. He reflected on the Holy Family's trials and their ability to find wonder in God's work, encouraging families to invite God into their homes and to appreciate the marvels of life and love, assuring them that God is with them in times of difficulty.
Pope Francis, during the Angelus on the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, reflects on the importance of service and praise in the lives of Jesus and Mary. He emphasizes that service to others is a way to elevate life and gain heaven, but it must be accompanied by praise to God. The Pope invites listeners to make service the "springboard" of their lives and to spread God's joy among others. He concludes with a prayer asking Mary to help us climb higher through prayer and service.
Pope Francis expresses gratitude for the prayerful support during his hospitalization and encourages the faithful to trust in God's love and perform deeds of love and hope. He reminds believers that God is like a loving father who takes his children by the hand and is with them in their most difficult times. The way to proclaim that God is near is through witness and service, not just words. The Pope invites the faithful to ask themselves whether they believe and confide in God, listen to the Word, and instill courage in others.
Pope Francis will not pray the Sunday Angelus in public from his hospital room, but will pray in private at noon. His doctors advised him against giving a public address to avoid unnecessary strain to his abdominal muscles. The lead surgeon said the Pope is recovering normally and is well. He underwent a three-hour surgery for an incisional hernia on June 7 and is expected to remain in the hospital through next week. This is his third hospitalization in the past two years.