Freeing hearts from hatred
In Kazakhstan on 15 September, Pope Francis strongly supported the core projects of the Jesuits in the region for peace and a better future: freeing hearts from hatred. This emerged from his conversation with fellow Jesuits who met him there during His short trip to participate in the congress of the leaders of world religions.
Even though there aren’t any Jesuits in Kazakhstan, Pope Francis met in Astana with some 30 Jesuits who work in Russia, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan. He intended the gathering, as always, to be characterized by conversation, candor, and brotherhood.
The Jesuit editor of La Civiltà Cattolica, Antonio Spadaro, was in attendance and, as is
customary for him, he published a thorough account of the conversation for the
readers of the Jesuit magazine. There was a lengthy discussion about the Holy
See’s commitment to peace and the conflict in Ukraine. Argentina, the Pope’s
concerns and worries, and the connections to the Orthodox also were mentioned.
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Let us pray that the dignity and worth of women be recognized in every culture, and for an end to the discrimination they face in various parts of the world.
Let us pray that those who risk their lives for the Gospel in various parts of the world might imbue the Church with their courage and missionary drive.
Let us pray that the sick who are in the final stages of life, and their families, receive the necessary medical and human care and accompaniment.
Let us pray that the Spirit help us recognize the gift of different charisms within the Christian community, and to discover the richness of different ritual traditions in the heart of the Catholic Church.
Let us pray that people with disabilities may be at the center of attention in society, and that institutions offer inclusion programs that enhance their active participation.
Let us pray for the Pope, so that in the exercise of his mission, he may continue to accompany in the faith the flock entrusted to him by Jesus, always with the help of the Holy Spirit.
