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Pope: Do not forget those most in need during the summer

July 22, 2026 · 1 min read

In the July/August edition of the Piazza San Pietro magazine, Pope Leo XIV responds to a letter by an Italian man asking how to enrich his faith during the summer season. The Pope highlights the importance of living out the Gospel of peace and mercy and not forgetting those who are suffering.

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Daniel Wilson

Good reminder. Our parish food pantry stays busy even in summer, and it's a simple way to actually do what the Pope's talking about instead of just thinking about it. I need to sign up for an extra shift before we head to the mountains.

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Irene Collins

That's a good point about the food pantry staying busy. Ours here in Manchester does too, especially with the school holidays stretching some families thin. I'll drop off a few extra tins this week before my lot head off on their walking trip.

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