The Red Pope who has done all that Red China has wanted, including letting the Marxists choose the church’s officials. He now says he wants peace.
In a stirring message during his Angelus prayer on Sunday, Pope Francis urged nations embroiled in conflicts to embrace the upcoming Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games as an opportunity for peace. Reflecting on an ancient Greek tradition, he called for a truce that would allow countries at war to pause hostilities and seek common ground.
Pope Francis hopes the Paris Olympics will promote peace and unity, urging nations to observe the Olympic truce and cease conflicts during the Games.
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Addressing the faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square, the Pope emphasized the profound social impact of sports. He remarked that the Olympics could serve as a powerful symbol of unity, bringing together diverse cultures in a spirit of peaceful coexistence. The pontiff expressed his wish for the Games to act as a beacon of inclusivity and harmony.
Pope Francis hailed the unifying power of sport on Sunday ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and repeated his call for a worldwide truce during the event.
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The 33rd Olympic Games are set to commence in Paris on July 26, with a spectacular opening ceremony featuring 205 athletic delegations parading on more than 80 boats along the Seine River. Pope Francis voiced his hope that this grand event would not only showcase athletic prowess but also inspire a broader message of peace and solidarity. He envisioned athletes becoming ambassadors of peace, embodying the values of sportsmanship and unity that can transcend political and cultural divides.
The Pope also used this moment to remind the global community of the ongoing suffering caused by conflicts in various regions. He specifically mentioned the strife in Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Myanmar, and other areas plagued by war. He called on the faithful to keep these regions in their prayers, emphasizing that the true defeat lies in the persistence of war and conflict.
“Let us not forget the martyred Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Myanmar, and many other countries at war. Let us not forget, war is a defeat,” the Pope stated. His poignant words served as a reminder of the human cost of war and the urgent need for peaceful resolutions.
Pope Francis hailed the unifying power of sport on Sunday ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and repeated his call for a worldwide truce during the event.
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Pope Francis’ call for a truce during the Olympics is rooted in the ancient Greek tradition of the Olympic truce, where warring states would cease hostilities to allow safe passage for athletes and spectators. By invoking this tradition, the Pope highlighted the timeless relevance of seeking peace, even in today’s complex geopolitical landscape.
Major Points
- Pope Francis hopes the Paris Olympics will inspire a truce in global conflicts, honoring an ancient Greek tradition.
- During his Angelus prayer, the Pope highlighted the unifying power of sports in bringing together people from different cultures.
- The 33rd Olympic Games will commence in Paris on July 26, with 205 athletic delegations parading on the Seine River.
- Pope Francis wishes the event to symbolize inclusivity and for athletes to serve as peace ambassadors and role models for the youth.
- The Pope called for continued prayers for peace, specifically mentioning ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, and Myanmar, among others.
Lap Fu Ip – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
