Pope Leo XIV received a delegation of French political representatives and civil figures.
The secularist evolution that the Gallican country has undergone throughout its history has been no small feat. The Pope reflected on this matter to those present.
POPE LEO XIV
Therefore, your path, beyond mere personal enrichment, is of great importance and great benefit to the men and women you serve. It is even more commendable because it is not easy in France for an elected official, due to a sometimes misinterpreted secularism, to act and make decisions in accordance with their faith in the exercise of public responsibilities.
There was no shortage of words regarding what is becoming increasingly common due to the secularization of countries: turning personal faith into a private devotion. In response, the Pope said that Christianity goes beyond that. It's a way of life.
POPE LEO XIV
They need courage: the courage to sometimes say "No, I can't!" when the truth is at stake
Pope Leo concluded his speech by encouraging those present in the task at hand.
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