Pope Leo calls for kindness to strangers and the poor in Christmas message

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by ReutersDecember 24, 2025 at 11:29 PM

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In his Christmas Eve sermon at St. Peter's Basilica, Pope Leo called on Christians to remember their duty to help the poor and strangers, drawing parallels to the Christmas story. He emphasized that rejecting those in need is akin to rejecting God, a key theme of his papacy. Pope Leo, celebrating his first Christmas since succeeding Pope Francis, highlighted the dignity of every person amidst economic disparities. Approximately 6,000 people attended the mass inside the basilica, while another 5,000 watched on screens in St. Peter's Square. The Pope will deliver his Urbi et Orbi message and blessing on Christmas Day.

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