Pope Urges Rome Priests to Rekindle Faith and Proclaim Christ’s Promises

Vatican City
Pope Leo XIV
Priests
Gospel
Rome
Author

Vatican News

Published

February 19, 2026

Summary

Pope Leo XIV met with priests of the Diocese of Rome on Thursday in the Vatican. The Pope encouraged them to rekindle faith, a gift given by God at their consecration. He addressed challenges such as “rapid cultural changes,” fatigue, and growing indifference toward religion. The Holy Father stressed the importance of collaboration between priests, noting that they cannot operate in isolation. He also called for engaging with young people, especially those whose faith is intertwined with societal issues. To address this challenge, the Pope urged parishes to dialogue with educational institutions and specialists in education. Additionally, he encouraged younger priests to engage in open discussions about their struggles and crises, believing that mutual support among priests can be beneficial. Overall, the Pope exhorted all priests to continue working together in fraternity, emphasizing the importance of companionship and support for one another.

Key Topics

Vatican City, Pope Leo XIV, Priests


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