Migrants and refugees, with their courage, embody the conviction that happiness can still be found, according to the Pope's statement
Pope Leo XIV's Message: Migrants as 'Missionaries of Hope'
Pope Leo XIV's message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, released on the feast of St. James, the apostle, focuses on the theme 'Migrants, missionaries of hope.' In his message, the pope considers the presence of Catholic migrants and refugees a 'true divine blessing.'
God has placed the desire for happiness in the heart of every human being, according to Pope Leo XIV. He believes that migrants and refugees, particularly Catholic ones, are 'messengers of hope.' The pope writes, 'Migrants and refugees, in their pursuit of happiness, display courage and tenacity that should inspire us all.'
The pope's message highlights the challenges of the present and future, including wars, violence, injustice, and extreme weather events that force millions to leave their homelands. He reminds us that peace and respect for the dignity of everyone are essential to God's plan for humanity and the rest of creation.
The pope quotes from the New Testament's Letter to the Hebrews, reminding the faithful not to neglect showing hospitality to strangers, as 'through it, some have unknowingly entertained angels.' He encourages the pursuit of building a world that increasingly resembles the Kingdom of God, the true homeland that awaits us at the end of our journey.
The main pastoral experiences focused on by the Catholic Church under Pope Leo XIV include Peru (especially the poor rural population and migrants in Chiclayo), and regions with significant migrant populations such as Australia, where diverse migrant communities speak many languages and include refugees and asylum seekers. Additionally, the Church under his leadership is engaged with the Pan-African Catholic Network for Theology and Pastoral work related to migration.
Pope Leo XIV also suggests that Catholic migrants and refugees can become 'missionaries of hope' in the countries they are welcomed to. Their spiritual enthusiasm and vitality can help revitalize ecclesial communities that have become rigid and weighed down.
In conclusion, Pope Leo XIV's message is a call to action for all of us. It encourages us to welcome migrants and refugees with open arms, recognizing their potential to bring hope and renewal to our communities. The pope entrusts all those who are on the move, as well as those who accompany them, to the maternal protection of the Virgin Mary, comfort of migrants.
You can read the English and Spanish texts of the message at the following links: English and Spanish.
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