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Pope Leo XIV to pray for water protection

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV is asking for prayers throughout September for the protection of water, which he described as a universal right and a source of hope and fertility. This request coincides with the 2026 Time for Creation, which began on September 1 and ends on October 4.

In his message, the Pope addressed the connection between armed conflict and environmental damage. He stated that these conflicts often create a cycle that destroys ecosystems and harms both people and their relationship with creation. He noted that the degradation of the land and the wounds of war are linked to the condition of the human heart, suggesting that disordered hearts lead to disordered social and environmental structures. He called for a conversion of the heart and a sense of responsibility to care for the earth.

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