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Pope Leo XIV affirms Dominican nuns’ place at the heart of the Church’s mission

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Pope Leo XIV met with the International Commission of Contemplative Dominican Nuns on September 30, telling the group that their contemplative vocation is the heart of the Church's mission rather than something on the margins. During the meeting, the pope encouraged the leaders to face challenges such as aging communities, financial pressures, and uncertainty regarding the future of monasteries through discernment and communion.

The pope noted that the contemplative life supports the preaching of the Dominican brothers through prayer, study, and penance. He referenced the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas to explain that true proclamation must come from silence, listening, and a deep relationship with God. He also urged federation presidents to protect these values and to ensure monastery visits focus on prayer, listening, and reconciliation.

In his remarks, the pope mentioned the recent recognition of the heroic virtues of Sister Maria Petra Giordano, a Dominican nun. He concluded by asking leaders to discern how the Holy Spirit is calling the contemplative life to change in response to current difficulties.

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  1. Sep 30, 7:57 AM Diocese of Kontum Tiếng Việt Đức Thánh Cha Lêô XIV: Sứ Vụ Của Các Nữ Tu Chiêm Niệm Quan Trọng Đối Với Giáo Hội
  2. Sep 30, 12:18 PM Order of Preachers Pope Leo XIV affirms Dominican nuns’ place at the heart of the Church’s mission

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