Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Easter vigil, calls for harmony and peace in a world torn by war - Politico
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Pope Leo XIV conducted first Easter vigil and called for harmony and peace amid global conflict.
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Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Easter vigil, using the occasion to call for harmony and peace amid ongoing global conflicts. The Easter vigil is one of the Catholic Church's most significant liturgical celebrations, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ and drawing millions of faithful worldwide. As pontiff, Leo XIV's public statements on war and peace carry symbolic weight within the global Catholic community and beyond, influencing how the Church addresses geopolitical crises. The homily reflects the Vatican's traditional emphasis on diplomacy and conflict resolution at a time when multiple regional wars are active. Easter vigils serve as platforms for papal messaging on the Church's moral priorities, and Leo XIV's inaugural celebration as pope set an early tone for his papacy.
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