Pope Leo XIV Addresses 'Pandemic of Arms' in Response to Minnesota School Shooting
In wake of tragic shooting at a Catholic school in Minnesota, Pope Leo XIV calls for end to the "logic of weapons" and urges global prayer for victims.
VATICAN CITY: Addressing a congregation gathered in St. Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV denounced the widespread proliferation of arms as he expressed his deep sorrow over the recent shooting at a Catholic school in Minnesota, USA.
Two children were killed and 20 people injured during the incident when gunfire erupted through the stained-glass windows of the Church of Annunciation, where hundreds had gathered for Mass with students from Annunciation Catholic School.The Pope, who is originally from Chicago, spoke passionately about his prayers for an end to what he termed the "pandemic of arms, large and small" plaguing the world.
He appealed for a shift towards a culture of fraternity, emphasizing the need for God's intervention to halt the senseless loss of life caused by weapons.Following the tragedy, Pope Leo initially extended condolences without commenting on political or gun control issues.
His focus was on expressing spiritual solidarity with those affected by the shooting.
In his message, he conveyed deep sadness over the "terrible tragedy" and offered heartfelt sympathy to all impacted by the event.
Two children were killed and 20 people injured during the incident when gunfire erupted through the stained-glass windows of the Church of Annunciation, where hundreds had gathered for Mass with students from Annunciation Catholic School.The Pope, who is originally from Chicago, spoke passionately about his prayers for an end to what he termed the "pandemic of arms, large and small" plaguing the world.
He appealed for a shift towards a culture of fraternity, emphasizing the need for God's intervention to halt the senseless loss of life caused by weapons.Following the tragedy, Pope Leo initially extended condolences without commenting on political or gun control issues.
His focus was on expressing spiritual solidarity with those affected by the shooting.
In his message, he conveyed deep sadness over the "terrible tragedy" and offered heartfelt sympathy to all impacted by the event.
