Pope at Angelus: God's Kingdom grows quietly through love, not force
Pope Leo XIV emphasizes love over force and the rejection of 'arrogant judgments' during his first summer Angelus address.
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Pope Leo XIV delivered an Angelus address at Castel Gandolfo calling for an evangelical approach based on love rather than force or arrogant judgments. The event included a gathering of pilgrims and a scheduled concert in the palace courtyard.
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During an Angelus address on July 19, 2026, Pope Leo XIV stated that God's Kingdom grows quietly through love rather than force. The Pope called for an evangelical approach that avoids the use of force and 'arrogant judgments.' Coverage from Vatican News, EWTN News, and the National Catholic Reporter highlights the Pope's message and the gathering of pilgrims at Castel Gandolfo. iObserve has provided the full text of the address.
Upcoming events include a concert in honor of Pope Leo XIV, which will be hosted in the palace courtyard at Castel Gandolfo according to OSV News.
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Pope at Angelus: God's Kingdom grows quietly through love, not force Vatican News · 93d ago broke it first
The obvious questions
Where did Pope Leo XIV deliver his Angelus address?
The address was delivered at Castel Gandolfo.
What approach to evangelism did the Pope advocate for?
He called for an approach based on love rather than force or 'arrogant judgments.'
What other event is planned at Castel Gandolfo?
A concert in honor of Pope Leo XIV will be held in the palace courtyard.
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