Pope Leo XIV met with a group of catechumens undergoing Christian initiation, along with their sponsors and instructors. During the meeting, the Pope delivered a profound message on the meaning of Baptism.
POPE LEO XIV
Baptism introduces us into communion with Christ and gives us life. It commits us to reject a culture of death, which is very present in our society. This culture of death is manifested today through indifference, contempt for others, drug use, the pursuit of an easy life, a sexuality that becomes entertainment and objectification of the human person, injustice, and so on.
The pope also reminded them that formation does not end with Baptism, but is a lifelong journey. In this sense, he encouraged those present to remain steadfast and open to grace.
POPE LEO XIV
You are called to share your experience of faith with others, bearing witness to Christ’s love and becoming missionary disciples. Don’t limit yourselves to theoretical knowledge; live your faith in a concrete way, experiencing God’s love in your daily lives.
Finally, Pope Leo invited them to continue growing in faith with courage and hope, becoming witnesses of the Gospel.
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Trans. CRT
