Pope Says Christian Mission Counters ‘Imperialist Occupation of the World’

Daniel Ibáñez
Pope Leo XIV adds balsam to oil during the Holy Thursday Chrism Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican on April 2, 2026.

At the Holy Thursday Chrism Mass, Leo XIV said the Church must reject domination, power, and ‘calculated strategy’ in favor of humble service, unity, and peace.

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