Pope's youth rally in Spain gets raw, with frank discussion of depression and domestic violence
The pope praised young Spaniards for speaking openly about depression and abuse, and called for stronger mental-health and domestic-violence services.
- On Tuesday, Pope Leo XIV addressed 40,000 people at Barcelona's Olympic stadium, urging young Spaniards to persevere in faith. The US-born Pope presided over an evening rally notable for its frank discussion of domestic violence and "toxic" family relationships.
- Leo has emphasized a message of hope for youths in Spain, a once Catholic country that experienced a religious crisis after its 20th century dictatorship ended. He blamed the malaise on a society that demands perfection, silencing "moments of darkness and suffering."
- One young woman told Leo of a suicide attempt and the "darkness" she had experienced with bouts of depression. He compared the "silent illness" of depression to the suffering of Christ on the cross, offering solace.
- Leo demanded better health services for mental health problems and domestic violence, drawing applause from the crowd. He thrilled sections by blessing babies, performing his signature "6-7" hand gesture, and watching demonstrations of Castells.
- The highlight of Leo's visit to Spain comes Wednesday when he inaugurates the soaring central Tower of Jesus Christ on Barcelona's famed Sagrada Familia basilica. Recently, anecdotal reports indicate rising interest in spiritual lives among young Spaniards.
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Pope's youth rally in Spain discusses depression and domestic violence
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday sought to encourage Spain’s young people to persevere in their faith, as he presided over an evening rally that was notable for its frank discussion of depression, domestic violence and “toxic” family relationships. The U.S.-born pope received a raucous welcome at the Olympic stadium in…
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Leo XIV drew a crowd of 40,000 at the Olympic stadium in Barcelona.
Pope’s youth rally in Spain gets raw, with frank discussion of depression and domestic violence
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday sought to encourage Spain’s young people to persevere in their faith, as he presided over an evening rally that was notable for its frank discussion …
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Pope's youth rally in Spain gets raw, with frank discussion of depression and domestic violence
Pope Leo XIV is presiding over a youth rally in Barcelona. It's notable for its frank discussion of depression, domestic violence and “toxic” family relationships.
The Pontiff has responded to the testimonies of three young people who have suffered from depression, family violence and the existential emptiness of a system...
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