Pope meets with the sick and poor in Rimini: ‘You are home’
Pope Leo XIV visited the Rimini Cathedral to meet with sick, disabled, and impoverished individuals supported by Caritas. He encouraged the community to find healing and dignity through faith and active participation in the Church.
Why it matters
The visit highlights the Catholic Church's ongoing social outreach efforts and the Pope's focus on supporting vulnerable populations.
By Kielce Gussie After meeting those participating in the 47th Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples, Pope Leo XIV travelled to the Rimini Cathedral to meet with people who are sick, persons with disabilities and people living in poverty assisted by Caritas. Expressing his gratitude for the Meeting, the Pope explained that the Cathedral is where “you are at home” because Jesus welcomed the sick, the poor, and those with disabilities at the center to “heal them and restore to them a life worthy of their dignity.” [ In Evidence ] In that way, he demonstrated God’s love and infinite mercy. After experiencing those signs and being healed, these people followed Jesus and joined his community of disciples. Pope Leo urged everyone to follow this example. We are called to let Jesus heal us, to forgive us, and transform us.
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