US EditionPope Visits Monaco to Urge Its People to Reject Idolatry of Power and Wealth Fueling Wars
Pope Leo XIV called on Monaco's wealthy residents to share their prosperity for global peace, noting one-third of locals are millionaires, during his first papal visit since 1538.
- On Saturday, Pope Leo XIV visited Monaco, urging the wealthy principality to reject the "idolatry of power and money" and use its influence responsibly for global good.
- Monaco, a major financial hub where 1 in 3 residents are millionaires, hosted the pontiff for the first time since 1538, demonstrating how small states exercise outsized global influence.
- Inside the Our Lady of the Immaculate Cathedral, Leo quoted the 1891 encyclical Rerum Novarum, encouraging local Catholics to foster communion and emphasizing goods have universal destination to be shared.
- Prince Albert, who recently upheld Catholic doctrine by refusing to legalize abortion, greeted Leo at the heliport. The pontiff later praised Monaco's "gift of smallness," urging the state to serve law and justice.
- Amid global conflicts, Leo warned that modern wars are "stained with blood," fruit of greed and power worship. Monaco continues supporting international church projects, including restoration efforts in Lebanon through partner organizations.
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