Summary
On Sunday, February 8, during his address prior to the Angelus prayer in Saint Peter’s Square at the Apostolic Palace, Pope Leo XIV reflected on Christ’s teachings about being “the salt of the earth” and “the light of the world.” The Pontiff emphasized that true Christian joy comes from living a life consistent with the Gospel virtues such as poverty of spirit, meekness, hunger for justice, mercy, and peace. He warned against losing this evangelical flavor, which is possible through actions like sharing bread with the hungry, sheltering the homeless, and covering the naked, even when faced with deep wounds. Pope Leo XIV underscored that God does not discard anyone but rather heals their wounds by welcoming them to embrace the Beatitudes. The Pope stressed that communion with Christ, particularly in Eucharist, is crucial for a surrendered and silent life capable of illuminating the world without fanfare.
Key Topics
Vatican City, Pope Leo XIV, Salt of the earth
