Pope Leo XIV Condemns Use of Faith to Justify War on Palm Sunday
Pope Leo XIV used a Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter’s Square to denounce the use of faith to justify war, calling God “king of peace” and urging prayer for Christians suffering in the Middle East and elsewhere.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, March 29, 2026 —
Pope Leo XIV used a Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter’s Square to denounce the use of faith to justify war.
During the ceremony, the Pope referred to God as the “king of peace” and urged prayers for Christians suffering in the Middle East and elsewhere.
“God, king of peace”
The Pope’s message emphasized the importance of peace and condemned the use of faith to justify conflict.
The Pope called for prayers for Christians facing persecution and suffering in various parts of the world, including the Middle East.
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