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Pope Leo XIV gives his blessing at the conclusion of Mass at the Church of St. Thomas of Villanova in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, July 13, 2025. (CNS photo/Lola Gomez) (Lola Gomez)

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Jesus did not ignore those in need, and neither should Christians, Pope says

July 14, 2025January 21, 2026

VATICAN CITY CNS — To believe in and follow a loving and compassionate Christ is to allow him to enter one's heart and take on his same feelings, Pope Leo XIV said."It means learning to have a heart that is moved, eyes that see and do not look away, hands that help others and soothe…...