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What was the Pope's message for Christmas?

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Pope Leo's Christmas message focused on world peace, the dignity of every person, helping the poor and vulnerable, and resolving conflicts through dialogue. He highlighted the suffering in Gaza, called for protection of defenseless populations, and urged support for those affected by war and economic hardship.

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Royal Family gather for Christmas Day service at Sandringham
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10 News First
4 hours ago
Royal Family gather for Christmas Day service at Sandringham

Pope Leo called for calm and highlighted the conditions in Gaza, imploring peace and consolation for victims of all current wars, especially those that are forgotten.

Pope Leo calls for peace in countries torn by wars on Christmas Day
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Africanews
17 hours ago
Pope Leo calls for peace in countries torn by wars on Christmas Day

Pope Leo remembered people in Gaza and refugees worldwide, urging greater protection for defenseless populations and calling for world peace in his first Christmas homily.

Pope Leo calls for peace in countries torn by wars on Christmas Day
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Africanews
17 hours ago
Pope Leo calls for peace in countries torn by wars on Christmas Day

He emphasized that global conflicts can only be resolved through dialogue and concluded with his first 'ubi et orbi' blessing.

Pope Leo reminds believers to help the poor in first Christmas mass
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France 24
1 day ago
Pope Leo reminds believers to help the poor in first Christmas mass

Pope Leo stated that refusing to help the poor and vulnerable is comparable to rejecting God, urging support for those in need.

Pope Leo reminds believers to help the poor in first Christmas mass
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France 24
1 day ago
Pope Leo reminds believers to help the poor in first Christmas mass

He condemned a twisted financial structure and said God reveals the infinite dignity of every person.

Worldwide Christmas celebrations share message of peace
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1 day ago
Worldwide Christmas celebrations share message of peace

Pope Leo led his first Christmas mass at St Peter's Basilica, delivering a message on human dignity amid economic hardship.

Worldwide Christmas celebrations share message of peace
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Worldwide Christmas celebrations share message of peace

Pope Leo stated that a distorted economy dehumanizes people, while God reveals the infinite dignity of every person.

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