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World Day of the Poor to be observed November 15
The tenth World Day of the Poor will take place on November 15, 2026.
Pope Leo XIV set the theme for the day as The Lord is the Refuge of the Poor. In his message, the Pope called for a Church that is poor and serves as a refuge for the poor. He also spoke against social injustice, prejudice, and indifference.
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- Official source@DiocesisBilbaoJornada mundial de los pobres / Pobreen munduko eguna
Diocese of Bilbao · Rakel Antuñano
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