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Pope Leo XIV releases message for 100th World Mission Day

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Pope Leo XIV has released his message for the 100th World Mission Day, titled "One in Christ, united in mission." The theme marks the centenary of the celebration, which was originally established by Pope Pius XI.

In the message, the pope encourages the Church to continue its missionary work with joy and zeal following the Jubilee Year. He calls for unified hearts in Christ, reconciled communities, and a willingness to collaborate with generosity and trust. The pope expressed a desire for the Church to renew its missionary vocation and move forward together into a new missionary era in Church history.

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Pope Leo XIV issues message for 100th World Mission Day

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  1. Oct 18, 12:20 AM Archdiocese of Bucureşti, Bucarest Română Mesajul Sfântului Părinte Papa Leon al XIV-lea pentru a 100-a Ziua Mondială a Misiunilor 2026
  2. Oct 17, 11:39 PM Diocese of Timişoara Română Mesajul Sfântului Părinte pentru Ziua Mondială a Misiunilor – 18 octombrie 2026
  3. Oct 18, 4:13 AM Agenzia Fides 100th WORLD MMISSION DAY: Being "united in mission" amidst a predominantly Muslim population
  4. Oct 18, 8:04 AM Katolici Македонски ПОРАКА НА СВЕТИОТ ОТЕЦ ЛАВ XIV ЗА 100. СВЕТСКИ ДЕН НА МИСИИТЕ

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