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Herald Malaysia
4 days ago
- Politics
- Herald Malaysia
Pope to ecclesial movements: Always keep Jesus at the centre
In an audience with moderators of lay associations, ecclesial movements, and new communities, Pope Leo highlights hierarchical and charismatic gifts as essential aspects of the Church. Jun 07, 2025 Pope Leo XIV meets with moderators of lay associations, ecclesial movements, and new communities (@Vatican Media) By Christopher WellsPope Leo XIV on Friday encouraged leaders of lay associations and charismatic movements to 'always keep the Lord Jesus at the centre' of their journeys. This, he said, 'is the essential thing, and charisms are meant to serve this purpose.' The Holy Father addressed his remarks to moderators, international leaders, and delegates of ecclesial associations recognized or established by the Holy See, who are in Rome for an annual meeting organized by the Dicastery for Laity, the Family and Life. Institutional and charismatic gifts In his address, Pope Leo distinguished between institutional groups founded 'to carry on some common apostolic, charitable, or liturgical project, or to support Christian witness in specific social settings', and groups originating 'with a charismatic inspiration… that gave rise to a new form of spirituality and of evangelization.' Both institutional and charismatic foundations, he said, must be understood in relation to grace: 'The institution exists so that grace may always be offered, and charisms are given so that this grace may be received and bear fruit.' Following the Church's teaching, and quoting St John Paul II, Pope Leo said that both 'hierarchical gifts and charismatic gifts 'are co-essential to the divine constitution of the Church founded by Jesus'.' Unity and mission Pope Leo then turned his focus to the idea of unity and mission, 'two essential aspects of the Church's life and two priorities of the Petrine ministry.' Because of this correspondence, the Pope asked 'all ecclesial associations and movements to cooperate faithfully and generously with the Pope, above all in these two areas.' In particular, he called on them to be 'a leaven of unity,' promoting throughout the Church the unity they experience in their own organizations. Then, recalling his own experience of mission, the Pope invited them to always 'keep alive' the missionary zeal that marks their own spiritual journey, and called them to place their talents 'at the service of the Church's mission.' Called to imitate Christ Concluding his remarks, Pope Leo reminded his audience that charisms 'lead to an encounter with Christ,' and 'help to build up the Church.' 'In this sense,' he continued, 'all of us are called to imitate Christ, Who emptied Himself to enrich us.' Whether united to pursue an apostolic goal, or to enjoy a charism, all are called 'to enrich others through the emptying of self,' which the Pope described as 'a source of freedom and great joy.'--Vatican News
GMA Network
18-05-2025
- General
- GMA Network
What was bestowed on Pope Leo XIV during his inauguration
Pope Leo XIV receives the pallium during his inaugural Mass at the Vatican, May 18, 2025. REUTERS/ Yara Nardi Pope Leo XIV received the pallium and the Ring of the Fisherman as he was inaugurated as the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City on Sunday. The inauguration marks the beginning of Pope Leo XIV's papacy. It also features the bestowal of the Petrine episcopal insignia associated with St. Peter, the first head of the Catholic Church. But what do these signify? The pallium During his inauguration Mass, Cardinal Deacon Dominique Mamberti placed the pallium on Pope Leo XIV's shoulders. It is a liturgical vestment made from lambs' wool, which symbolizes the Good Shepherd who carries the lost sheep on his shoulders and recalls St. Peter's threefold response to tend to God's flock. The pallium also represents Jesus Christ, who lifted humanity by taking on human nature and died and resurrected. The pallium is a narrow band featuring six black crosses and adorned with three pins, which signifies the three nails of Christ's crucifixion. Ring of the Fisherman Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, meanwhile, placed the Ring of the Fisherman on Pope Leo XIV's finger. The ring bears the image of St. Peter with keys and a net. In the books of Luke and John, Peter encountered the miraculous catch of fish when he trusted Jesus Christ's words. The ring symbolizes the authentication of faith and the mission given to Peter to strengthen the Church's faith. — Mariel Celine Serquiña/BM, GMA Integrated News
The Independent
27-04-2025
- General
- The Independent
Pope Francis buried with heartwarming note in final tribute to late Pontiff
A note placed in Pope Francis 's coffin before he was buried paid tribute to his courage, his love of the poor and his 'dialogue with Muslims and representatives of other religions'. It referred to the 266th pope as 'the beloved Shepherd of the Church'. World leaders attended the funeral in front of St Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, where hundreds of thousands of spectators and mourners gathered. The service, led by the dean of the College of Cardinals, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, followed a private Vatican ceremony on Friday night to seal the coffin after three days of public viewings by 250,000 people. A white silk cloth was placed over the Pope's face and his body was sprinkled with holy water. In line with tradition, a bag of coins and medals minted during his papacy, as well as a 'Rogito' – or deed – summarising his life were also placed in the coffin. The deed, a type of obituary written in Latin and sealed inside a metal cylinder, said he 'left to all a marvellous witness of humanity, of holy living, and of universal fatherhood' and that the 'entire Christian Community, especially the poor, praised God' for his work. When he was a cardinal in his native Argentina, he was 'a simple and much-beloved pastor in his Archdiocese', it said. Francis, who died on Easter Monday, aged 88, was buried in the Basilica of St Mary Major after a procession through the streets of Rome following the requiem mass service. In his homily, Cardinal Re paid tribute to Pope Francis' work for those in poverty or affected by war. He said the examples of his work to help refugees and the displaced were countless. 'War, he said, results in the death of people and the destruction of homes, hospitals and schools. War always leaves the world worse than it was before: it is always a painful and tragic defeat for everyone,' Cardinal Battista Re said. The deed said Francis 'exercised the Petrine ministry with untiring dedication in favour of dialogue with Muslims and representatives of other religions, sometimes inviting them to prayer meetings and signing joint declarations for concord among the faithful of different creeds'. It highlighted how he visited prisons and reception centres for the disabled and drug addicts. Before Pope Francis' funeral mass began, diplomacy between world leaders took place on the sidelines. US President Donald Trump had a "very productive discussion" with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky before the funeral, a White House official said.
The Independent
26-04-2025
- General
- The Independent
Pope Francis to be buried with heartwarming note in final tribute to late Pontiff
A note placed in Pope Francis 's coffin before his funeral pays tribute to his courage, his love of the poor and his 'dialogue with Muslims and representatives of other religions'. It refers to the 266th pope as 'the beloved Shepherd of the Church'. World leaders attended the funeral in front of St Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, where hundreds of thousands of spectators and mourners gathered. The service, led by the dean of the College of Cardinals, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, followed a private Vatican ceremony on Friday night to seal the coffin after three days of public viewings by 250,000 people. A white silk cloth was placed over the Pope's face and his body was sprinkled with holy water. In line with tradition, a bag of coins and medals minted during his papacy, as well as a "Rogito" – or deed – summarising his life were also placed inside the coffin. The deed, a type of obituary written in Latin and sealed inside a metal cylinder, says he 'left to all a marvellous witness of humanity, of holy living, and of universal fatherhood' and that the 'entire Christian Community, especially the poor, praised God' for his work. When he was a cardinal in his native Argentina, he was 'a simple and much-beloved pastor in his Archdiocese', it says. Francis, who died on Easter Monday, aged 88, will be buried in the Basilica of St Mary Major after a procession through the streets of Rome following the requiem mass service. In his homily, Cardinal Re paid tribute to Pope Francis' work for those in poverty or affected by war. He said the examples of his work to help refugees and the displaced were countless. "War, he said, results in the death of people and the destruction of homes, hospitals and schools. War always leaves the world worse than it was before: it is always a painful and tragic defeat for everyone," Battista said. The deed says Francis 'exercised the Petrine ministry with untiring dedication in favour of dialogue with Muslims and representatives of other religions, sometimes inviting them to prayer meetings and signing joint declarations for concord among the faithful of different creeds'. It highlights how he visited prisons and reception centres for the disabled and drug addicts. Before Pope Francis' funeral mass began, diplomacy between world leaders was taking place on the sidelines. US President Donald Trump had a "very productive discussion" with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky before the funeral, a White House official said.
Herald Malaysia
26-04-2025
- General
- Herald Malaysia
Pope's coffin sealed ahead of funeral on Saturday morning
Pope Francis' coffin is sealed in a private ceremony in St Peter's Basilica, after some 250,000 mourners had paid their respects. Apr 26, 2025 The Pope's coffin is sealed (VATICAN MEDIA Divisione Foto) By Anne PreckelOn the eve of Pope Francis' funeral Mass, his coffin has been solemnly sealed. The Pope had been lying in state in St Peter's Basilica since Wednesday. After the huge crowds of visitors – in total around 250,000 - over the last three days, St Peter's emptied out as the last mourners paid their respects. Rite of sealing the coffin The deceased Pope lay in state in front of the Confessio altar in a wooden coffin, wrapped in a red chasuble, with a white mitre and a rosary clasped in his hands – the coffin resting at ground level, without a catafalque. This was Francis' own decision.. The ceremony, led by Cardinal-Camerlengo Kevin Farrell, began with the reading of a document listing the stages of Jorge Mario Bergoglio's life and his most important activities as Pope. It stated that the memory of the 266th Pope 'remains in the heart of the Church and of all humanity'. Among the milestones mentioned were his stay in Germany at the end of the 1980s and his multifaceted work in Argentina: "He was a simple and popular pastor in his archdiocese, who travelled far and wide, even by metro and bus. He lived in a flat and prepared his own food because he felt like a normal person.' Covering of the face Archbishop Diego Ravelli spread a white silk cloth over the face of the Pope, while Cardinal-Camerlengo Farrell sprinkled Francis with holy water. A bag containing coins and medals minted during his pontificate was then placed in the coffin with the Pope. The lid was then placed on the zinc coffin, along with Francis' cross and coat of arms and a plaque with the Pope's name and the duration of his life and Petrine ministry, while psalms were sung. After the zinc coffin was sealed, the seals of the Cardinal-Camerlengo and the Prefecture of the Papal Household, the Office for Liturgical Celebrations and the Vatican Chapter were imprinted. The wooden coffin, which bears a cross and the coat of arms of the deceased pope, was then sealed.--Vatican News
