Pope Leo XIV has said that in a world marked by the “madness of war,” life must be defended from conception to its natural end.
Speaking during his Wednesday General Audience at the Vatican, the Pope made the remarks in reference to Poland’s Day for the Sanctity of Life, observed annually on 25 March and coinciding with the Feast of the Annunciation.
He told Polish-speaking faithful that the current global context makes the protection of human life even more urgent, from the earliest stages of development through to natural death.
The Day for the Sanctity of Life was established in Poland in 2004 as a national observance dedicated to promoting respect for human dignity at all stages of life.
In separate greetings to other language groups, the Pope also called on Church leaders to proclaim the Gospel with renewed commitment and encourage Christians to work actively towards building peace.
Addressing French-speaking pilgrims, he urged pastors to continue spreading the Gospel with zeal and to support efforts aimed at fostering a more peaceful world.
To Arabic-speaking faithful, he stressed that every Christian is called to be a “disciple full of love” and a courageous witness to the Gospel across the world.
Concluding his audience reflections, Pope Leo recalled the Solemnity of the Annunciation and prayed that it may serve as an invitation for all believers to follow the example of the Virgin Mary, remaining open and ready to carry out God’s will.
via Vatican News
