Pope Leo XIV Speaks to Young Adults on Sailboat
Pope Leo XIV traveled to board the "Bel Espoir" sailboat, meeting with a crew of young adults from various Mediterranean countries and religions.
The sailboat, meaning "beautiful hope", had visited 30 Mediterranean ports, with rotating crews of 25 young adults discussing faith and peace challenges.
The world needs "signs, witness, impressions that give hope"
Pope Leo XIV praised the young adults' efforts, stating that their experiences on the boat, living and working together, have taught them the importance of dialogue.
- 8 groups of 25 young adults participated
- 30 Mediterranean ports were visited
- Rotating crews promoted interfaith dialogue and discussed peace challenges
Author's summary: Pope Leo XIV promotes peace and dialogue with young adults on sailboat.