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Priests listen as Pope Leo XIV speaks during a meeting with priests at a Rome auditorium near the Vatican June 26, 2025. (CNS photo/Vatican Media) (Vatican Media)

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Jesus’ call is a call to joy and friendship, Pope tells priests

June 27, 2025January 21, 2026

ROME CNS – When a priest has experienced the joy of truly believing in Jesus Christ and embracing him as a friend, it shows, Pope Leo XIV told priests."The priest's happiness reflects his encounter with Christ, sustaining him in mission and service," he said during a meeting that was part of the Jubilee of Priests.Hundreds…...