Pope's Prayer Intention for December 2025
Let us pray that Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially in the Middle East, might be seeds of peace, reconciliation and hope.
Apostolic Journey to Turkey and Lebanon
From 27 November to 2 December, Pope Leo XIV will make his first apostolic journey to Turkey and Lebanon. Among the main events, he will undertake a pilgrimage to İznik (Turkey) on the occasion of the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea.
“Hope keeps us walking in difficulty”
In his 26 November general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued his catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, speaking about how Christ, who is life, invites us to generate life and give our lives with Him.
Solemnity of Christ the King
On Sunday, 23 November, we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, which marks the end of the liturgical year.
“Christian hope responds to all the challenges of humanity”
In his 19 November general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued his catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, speaking about integral ecology.
Pope's Prayer Intention for November 2025
Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.
20 Highlights From “Dilexi te,” on Love for the Poor
Pope Leo XIV reminds us that charity “is the source that must inspire and guide every effort to resolve the structural causes of poverty.” In the apostolic exhortation “Dilexi te,” he offers a reflection in continuity with the encyclical “Dilexit nos.” Below are several key points from this letter for personal reflection.
“Brothers and sisters support each other in hardship”
In his 12 November general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued his catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, speaking about fraternity.
“Paschal hope does not disappoint”
In his 5 November general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued his catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, speaking about Easter, which gives hope to everyday life.
“True dialogue is rooted in love, the only foundation of peace, justice and reconciliation”
Pope Leo XIV dedicated his 29 October general audience to the 60th anniversary of the conciliar declaration “Nostra aetate.”









