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Pope Leo XIV addresses Vatican student ministry conference

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Pope Leo XIV told educators at a Vatican student ministry conference on Oct. 22 that Catholic schools and universities must act as homes where students feel known and valued. Addressing participants in the Paul VI Hall, the pope said educational institutions should provide environments where people notice a student's absence and welcome them back.

The pope identified several hardships facing young people, including broken families, digital loneliness, and feelings of inadequacy. He noted that many students feel anonymous in schools and universities and may feel paralyzed by a fear of making mistakes or failing to meet expectations.

Pope Leo XIV also spoke against a performance-driven culture that ranks and compares people. He said a misguided meritocracy fails to respect individuals and can cause young people to give up before they try.

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Pope Leo XIV urges educators to recognize digital loneliness

How the coverage unfolded

  1. Oct 23, 8:20 AM The Catholic Sun Pope Leo urges Catholic schools to be aware of ‘digital loneliness’ and ‘misguided meritocracy’
  2. Oct 23, 10:54 AM OSV News Pope Leo urges Catholic schools to be aware of ‘digital loneliness’ and ‘misguided meritocracy’
  3. Oct 23, 11:55 AM The Monitor Pope Leo urges Catholic schools to be aware of ‘digital loneliness’ and ‘misguided meritocracy’

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