"The pontiff said “mutual respect” was the key to harmony in the majority-Muslim country, where a pluralist tradition has been put to the test by extremist groups." Sept 2024
" At the Istiqlal Mosque in the capital Jakarta, the Pope signed a declaration on religious harmony and environmental protection with the mosque's grand imam and met with local leaders of six religions "
The words of the Pope echo his remarks in Singapore earlier this month when he said: “There’s only one God, and each of us has a language to arrive at God. Some are Sheik, Muslim, Hindu, Christian, and they are different paths.”
He said: “They are like different languages in order to arrive at God, but God is God for all … Since God is God for all, then we are all children of God.”
Such religious pluralism shocked Catholics who believe Jesus Christ to be the one Saviour of the world and who are worried that it might hinder missionary efforts to bring people to the faith."All religions ‘divinely inspired’, re-asserts Pope against teachings of his predecessors" 09.27.2024
- Pope in multi-faith Singapore says ‘all religions are a path to God' Sept 13 2024
- "Holy See to COP29: Indifference is an accomplice to injustice:" "Representing the Holy See at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, Cardinal Pietro Parolin stressed that “the scientific data available to us do not allow any further delay and make it clear that the preservation of creation is one of the most urgent issues of our time and we have to recognize that it is closely interrelated with the preservation of peace”. Nov.13 2024
- "The selfishness of individuals and groups": "Speaking on behalf of Pope Francis at the United Nations' 29th Climate Conference (COP29), the Cardinal Secretary of State emphasized that COP29 takes in a context conditioned by “growing disillusionment with multilateral institutions and dangerous tendencies to build walls”. He described the selfishness, both individual and that of power groups, as feeding a climate of mistrust and division." Vatican News 11.13.24
- Pope Francis receives Abrahamic Family House Delegation in Vatican
- "Pope Francis has made significant changes to the funeral rites that will be observed upon his death" Newsweek November 2024
- "Pope approves new papal funeral rites to simplify ritual, allow for burial outside the Vatican" :"Pope Francis has recently announced changes to his funeral plans, opting for a significantly simpler ceremony with the most notable change being his decision to be buried in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, rather than the traditional burial site in St. Peter's Basilica, and choosing to forego the traditional three-coffin burial system in favor of a single, simpler casket, reflecting his desire to be seen as a humble bishop rather than a powerful figure; he has also requested a streamlined funeral ritual with less pomp and ceremony".
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- For second time in as many days, pope accuses Israel of ‘cruelty’ over Gaza strikes: Times of Israel December 22,2024
- The Catholics in Trump’s administration could take GOP in whole new direction: Politico 12.15.2024
- A Look at the Unprecedented Catholic Presence in Trump's Second Term | EWTN News Nightly 01.23.2025
- "Pope Francis Issues First Message After Blood Transfusions" 02.23.2025
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"The two-state solution: The Holy See, he reiterated, continues to call for a two-state solution: one Israeli and one Palestinian. For a long time, and therefore even before “this most recent and horrible conflict, following on the atrocious events of the seventh of October [2023]” the Holy See has supported this principle within the international community and has done so even when many others were “discarding” it." Vatican News Feb 28.2025
"In any event, the rise of Islam in the UK presents a stark contrast. Islam is clearly a religion—public, practiced, and patterned. You can see it in the dress, the prayer times, the dietary rules, the fasting seasons. And the result? People know who Muslims are and, for the most part, they know what Muslims believe. There’s no ambiguity.
Roman Catholicism reflects a similar structure. It offers a religion, not just a relationship. There are rhythms, rituals, holy days, moral expectations, and communal identity. It’s not something you keep hidden"
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- Pope Francis Dies at 88 : April 21 2025
- Pope Francis' Final Acts: Easter Message, Meeting with JD Vance: 4.21.2025
- 'Rewriting the Bible' and calling Israel's war 'shameful': Pope Francis' changing stance on Israel - Jerusalem Post
- Here are the top cardinals who could replace Pope Francis after the Conclave
- "Al-Azhar (ISLAMIC) to participate in Pope Francis's funeral with a high-level delegation"- 04.22.2025
- HAMAS Reacts to the Death of Pope Francis: "Following the death of Pope Francis, both Hamas and Hezbollah issued statements mourning his passing and praising his legacy. Hamas described Pope Francis as a “prominent global religious figure” who firmly opposed the war in Gaza and consistently supported the rights of the Palestinian people. They highlighted his calls for a ceasefire, his condemnation of the violence, and his recognition of the Palestinian state." Newsweek Apr 21, 2025
- "Islamist Hamas' Surprising Reaction To Pope's Death After His Last Message To Mid-East Christians"
- "The Arab world bids farewell to Pope Francis, highlighting his legacy of peace"
- Cardinal Robert Prevost named as Pope Leo XIV- 1st American pope: May 8, 2025
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- " UAE leaders extend congratulations to newly elected Pope Leo XIV"
- Muslim Council of Elders congratulates Pope Leo XIV on election as Head of Catholic Church
- "Grand Imam of al-Azhar ("GRAND IMAM OF AL-AZHAR"(666)) Ahmed el-Tayeb congratulated, on Thursday Pope Leo XIV on his election as Pope of the Catholic Church. " " CAIRO – 8 May 2025: Grand Imam of al-Azhar Ahmed el-Tayeb congratulated, on Thursday Pope Leo XIV on his election as Pope of the Catholic Church.El Tayeb said that he is looking forward to continuing collaboration with the new Pope in strengthening *interfaith dialogue and promoting the values of human fraternity, in pursuit of global peace, coexistence, and a better future for all humanity.“My sincere congratulations to Pope Leo XIV on his election as Pope of the Catholic Church. We look forward to continuing our collaboration with His Holiness in strengthening interfaith dialogue and promoting the values of human fraternity, in pursuit of global peace, coexistence, and a better future for all humanity,” el-Tayeb wrote on his X account." *"INTERFAITH DIALOGUE"(666)
- "Al-Azhar grand imam, Pope Leo XIV pledge support for rights of vulnerable, oppressed" (We note: "GRAND IMAM OF AL-AZHAR"(666)) "Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Sheikh Ahmed El-Tayyeb and Head of the Roman Catholic Church Pope Leo XIV pledged support for the rights of the vulnerable, underprivileged, and oppressed, stressing the urgent need to end ongoing conflicts, particularly in Gaza, Ukraine, and Sudan. In a statement shared on his official X account, the grand imam of Al-Azhar, the world's leading Muslim Sunni institution, said these remarks came in a phone call with Pope Leo XIV. During the call, they affirmed the importance of continuing in dialogue and the human fraternity path to promote coexistence and global peace." Ahram Online , May, 15 2025
- "Pope Leo XIV Meets with Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders and Former Advisor to the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Pope Leo XIV affirmed his keenness to continue cooperation with H.E the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar in pursuit of a better world grounded in tolerance and peace Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam Becomes the First Muslim to Be Received by Pope Leo XIV Following His Election" May 20, 2025
- "The Muslim Council of Elders participated in the inauguration ceremony of Pope Leo XIV as head of the Catholic Church" VATICAN CITY, 19th May 2025
- "Canada and Malta to recognize Palestinian state, joining France and possibly Britain" July 31, 2025
- Pope Leo XIV will celebrate a Mass for the Care of Creation: Climate Change: Pope Leo XIV has continued the focus on climate change, urging the church to move "from words to action". "Pope prays for conversion of those resisting climate action at new Mass" July 2025
- "Pope Leo seems poised to continue Francis’ dialogue with Muslims" : "Pope Leo has specifically highlighted the "growing commitment to dialogue and fraternity" between Christians and Muslims, acknowledging them as "brothers and sisters who “worship God, who is one, living and subsistent, merciful and almighty, the Creator of heaven and earth, who has also spoken to humanity”, as stated by The Holy See".
- Human Fraternity Fellowship continues legacy of Pope Francis in new generations: "The second edition of the Human Fraternity Fellowship program, inspired by the Document of Human Fraternity signed by Pope Francis and Grand Imam Al-Tayeb of Al-Azhar in 2019, leads 10 student leaders to Jakarta, Indonesia, to prepare “the next generation of leaders to engage across cultural and religious divides.” " Vatican News 8.29.25
- Pope Leo XIV meets with His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain in the Vatican. 09.29.2025
- Pope Leo and Arnold Schwarzenegger Demand Climate Action: 10.01.25
- Vatican Library Now Has Prayer Carpet For Muslims: 10.09.25 "Even in the most important library in Christendom, Muslims do not have to give up their prayers. "Of course, some Muslim scholars have asked us for a room with a carpet for praying and we have given it to them," said Giacomo Cardinali, Vice-Prefect of the Vatican Apostolic Library,"
- "King Charles III prays with Pope Leo XIV in historic visit": A rift that took 500 years to repair: Joint prayer in Sistine Chapel is symbolic act of rapprochement between Catholic church and Church of England after centuries of division 10.23.25
- "Al-Azhar Grand Imam visits Rome to participate in International Meeting of Dialogue and Prayer for Peace" - "The meeting, organized by the Community of Sant’Egidio under the title “Daring Peace,” will bring together a distinguished group of world leaders and decision-makers, including His Holiness Pope Leo XIV of the Vatican, Italian President Sergio Mattarella, and Queen Mathilde of Belgium, along with numerous religious figures and intellectuals from around the globe".
- Pope meets with Palestinian President, says action on Gaza is 'urgent': 11.06.2025
- 10 years of the Palestine-Holy See Comprehensive Agreement President Abbas’ visit to the Vatican also marked the 10th anniversary of the signing of the ‘Comprehensive Agreement between the Holy See and the State of Palestine’.
- "Holy See reaffirms support for two-state solution and for UNRWA": 11.15.2025