Calling ministry leadership central to parish life, Bishop Edward J. Burns thanked more than 130 ministry leaders from parishes across the Diocese of Dallas during a May 8 Mass celebrated to honor their service and encourage them to remain rooted in prayer and accompaniment.
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The “Litany of Humility,” which often is attributed to Cardinal Rafael Merry del Val, “outlines a model that is valid for all those who exercise responsibilities in the Church,” Pope Leo XIV said.
Pleas for peace and the dignity of every person from Catholic and United Nations leaders marked the United Nations Annual Prayer Service, held at the Church of the Holy Family in Manhattan.
During a special audience with religious leaders who came to Rome for the inauguration of his papal ministry, Pope Leo XIV vowed to continue working toward Christian unity and promoting dialogue among all religions.