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Pope Leo XIV releases message for World Day of the Poor

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Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV has released a message for the World Day of the Poor. The pontiff chose the theme, The Lord is a refuge for the poor, based on Psalm 14.

The World Day of the Poor is observed annually on the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. In 2026, the observance falls on November 15. Pope Francis established the day during the conclusion of the Jubilee of Mercy.

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