Summary
Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Legionaries of Christ, a religious congregation founded in 1941, during their General Chapter on Thursday. The Pope encouraged them to remain faithful to the Gospel and continuously seek renewal, emphasizing that their charism offers a valuable contribution to the Church and lay movement Regnum Christi. He stressed that authority within religious life should serve the common good rather than dominate, advocating for governance characterized by mutual listening, co-responsibility, transparency, and communal discernment. Pope Leo emphasized avoiding control that does not respect people’s dignity and freedom, stating that every institute and individual is called to embody their charism in a continuous process of deepening their identity within the Church and society. He exhorted them to avoid particular or regional interests but instead guide their congregation towards interior freedom, encouraging hope for the Lord’s continued call and response with fidelity.
Key Topics
Pope Leo XIV, Legionaries of Christ, charism
