politics
April 4, 2026
Leo XIV asks that war and injustice not paralyze us in the search for peace
Pope Leo XIV urged this Saturday not to let the slabs of war, injustice, and isolation between peoples and nations paralyze us, during his homily at the Easter Vigil, one of the most solemn moments of Holy Week. EFE At the ceremony, held in St. Peter's Basilica in an atmosphere of total recollection, the pontiff recalled that the so-called "mother of all vigils" revives "the memorial of the Lord's victory of life over death and hell."
TL;DR
- Pope Leo XIV presided over the Easter Vigil at St. Peter's Basilica.
- He urged against being paralyzed by war, injustice, and isolation.
- The homily drew parallels between the Resurrection and overcoming life's obstacles.
- The ceremony included traditional rites like the blessing of fire and the Paschal candle lighting.
- Ten adults were baptized during the service.
- The Pope's message focused on the triumph of life over death and the importance of reconciliation.
- The week's events will conclude with Easter Sunday Mass and the 'Urbi et Orbi' blessing.