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Pope Leo XIV says Catholics must engage with current events and the lives of others. He began a new series of reflections on the Second Vatican Council's pastoral constitution 'Gaudium et Spes'.

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Pope Leo XIV opened a new cycle of catecheses on the documents of the Second Vatican Council, dedicated to the pastoral constitution Gaudium et spes. He recalled the legacy of Saint John XXIII. and emphasized that the Church perceives as its own the joys, hopes, sorrows, and anxieties of people today, especially the poor and suffering. He called on believers not to become "indifferent spectators" of the events of their time.

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Pope Leo has started a new catechesis series on the Gaudium et Spes pastoral constitution. The series will explore the relationship between the Church and the contemporary world. The original document was signed by Pope Paul VI in 1965.

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The UN Environment Programme says the 1.5°C threshold will be exceeded. The goal is now to manage this passage and make it as short as possible.

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Pope Leo XIV called the Church to interpret signs of the times. He said Christians cannot remain disinterested spectators. He initiated a new cycle on Gaudium et spes.

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Pope focuses on Gaudium et Spes. Pope calls for help for oppressed.

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Pope Leo XIV initiated a catechesis cycle on Gaudium et spes. He exhorted the Church to address contemporary contradictions. The Pope spoke during the General Audience in St. Peter's Square.

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Timmerevers is 74. The Vatican announced the news.

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Pope Leo XIV began a new reflection on the pastoral constitution Gaudium et spes during his general audience. He emphasized the importance of the Church listening to and serving the world. The Pope also highlighted the need for Christians to be open to one another and to serve humanity.

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Pope Leo XIV has started a new cycle of catecheses on the pastoral constitution Gaudium et Spes. The constitution, from the Second Vatican Council, discusses the Church's presence in the world. Pope Leo XIV invites believers to commit to listening with the heart and to accompany and help people in difficulty.

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Pope Leo XIV reflected on the Church's mission to serve humanity. He said the Church is called to serve humanity and unmask society's contradictions. The Pope made the comments at the Wednesday General Audience.

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Pope Leo XIV criticizes the idea that war is an effective way to build peace. He calls on Catholics to intervene against injustices and imbalances in the world.

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The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops has launched the 2026 Season of Creation. The bishops call on Zambians to protect the environment and stand up for communities affected by climate change. The launch is part of a global initiative.

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A book by American lay chaplain Dale Recinella about his ministry among prisoners condemned to death has been released in English. The book, "A Christian on Death Row", has been praised by Pope Francis. It recounts Recinella's experiences serving prisoners on death row.

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