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Pope Leo XIV sends message for World Mission Sunday

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Pope Leo XIV sent a message for World Mission Sunday, inviting the faithful to support missionaries through prayer and practical aid. The 2026 celebration marks the 100th anniversary of the day, which was established by Pope Pius XI.

In his message, the Pope noted that his own experience as a missionary in Peru showed how assistance supports pastoral projects, church construction, education, and healthcare. He stated that prayers and concrete support help bring the Gospel to the poor and those in need.

The theme for this year is "One in Christ, united in mission." The day, held on October 18, serves as a time for the universal Church to pray for missionaries and collaborate with mission efforts.

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Pope Leo XIV sends message for 100th World Mission Sunday

Earlier version, Thursday 15 October

Pope Leo XIV to send message on World Mission Sunday

How the coverage unfolded

  1. Oct 13, 10:30 AM Catholic Herald 100 Years of World Mission Sunday
  2. Oct 15, 3:26 AM Diocese of Ibiza Español 18 DE OCTUBRE, DOMINGO MUNDIAL DE LAS MISIONES. EL DOMUND CUMPLE 100 AÑOS
  3. Oct 15, 12:29 AM Diocese of Jaén Español El DOMUND cumple 100 años llevando a Cristo a todos los rincones del mundo
  4. Oct 15, 5:36 AM Vatican News Português Domingo Mundial das Missões: 100 anos de sua primeira celebração
  5. Oct 16, 12:45 AM Konferencja Episkopatu Polski Polski 18-24 października: Tydzień Misyjny
  6. Oct 16, 1:10 AM Diocese of Łowicz Polski Niedziela Misyjna 2026 – sto lat wspólnej troski o misje

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