Pope Calls for Patience, Accompaniment in Christian Formation and Safeguarding Efforts

Pope Leo XIV
Vatican City
Formation
protecting life
family
abuse
laity
church
dicastery
Vatican
Author

Vatican News

Published

February 6, 2026

Summary

By Pope Leo XIV, at a third plenary assembly of the Dicastery for Laity, Family, and Life in Rome on February 6, he emphasized the importance of fostering formative aspects aimed at respecting human life. The Pope stressed that preventing abuse is crucial within Christian communities. He highlighted the communal dimension of faith generation, pointing out that the Church, comprising families, young people, single individuals, and consecrated persons, plays a vital role in transmitting Christian life. The Pope further noted that while doctrine and ethics are important, forming faith requires sharing personal experiences with generosity and love. Drawing from St. Paul’s Letter to Galatians, he underscored the importance of formators’ dedication similar to parents’. He urged patience and accompaniment in a challenging yet essential art of formation.

Key Topics

Pope Leo XIV, Vatican City, Formation


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