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In his first major document as pontiff, Pope Leo XIV has released a powerful call to action for the universal Church. His apostolic exhortation, Dilexi Te (“On Love for the Poor”), promulgated on October 4, 2025, the Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi, and released in English five days later, sets forth a vision of the Church centered on compassion, humility, and solidarity with the poor. Building upon the unfinished work of Pope Francis, Dilexi Te weaves together the pastoral wisdom of two shepherds whose lives and ministries have been deeply shaped by Latin America’s living faith. The result is a moving reflection on what it means to live the Gospel in our time. It reminds us that love for the poor is not optional, but “the burning heart of the Church’s mission.” (DT 15)

This special report by Rachel Espinoza, Senior Editor, FAITH Catholic offers an overview of the document’s major themes and insights. It invites all Christians to rediscover the transforming power of God’s love expressed through mercy, justice, and care for the poor.