Pope Leo XIII Calls for Catholic Influential Figures to Humanize Society

• Pope Leo XIII invites young people to strengthen human connections.
• The festival gathered 1000 Catholic influential figures from 46 countries.
• The Vatican calls for accountability in social networks.

Pope Leo XIII received a warm welcome at the festival of Catholic influential figures in the Vatican, where clergy, monks, and ordinary believers gathered to use social networks to spread faith. During his address, he emphasized the importance of preserving human relationships in a world that is becoming increasingly digital, and urged young people not to get caught up in the flood of fake news.

The festival, which will take place on July 28-29, 2025, is historic, as it marks the first time that 1000 Catholic influential figures from 46 countries will participate in the celebration of the Jubilee. The Pope encouraged young people for their active engagement in social networks and invited them to be "agents of dialogue," capable of creating real connections between people.

The Vatican also appealed to participants with reminders of the importance of upholding core values of faith in their publications and unique manipulations. Throughout the event, organizers emphasized that it is precisely through social networks that young people can find their way to the Church.

Among the festival participants were notable figures, such as Paula Vega, who shared her experience, asserting that young people do not abandon the Church, but are actively present in the online space. She underscored that the Catholic Church must adapt to new realities.

Some participants, such as Ksykya Valadarets, also noted that the Church is facing challenges, and young people need a renewed approach to faith. They believe that social networks can be a powerful tool for evangelization.

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