Pope Leo XIV prayed for the United States to recommit itself to its founding ideals of protecting life and human dignity as he participated remotely in an event on the eve of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Pope’s Message

The Pope recalled America’s tradition of welcoming migrants and promoting religious freedom during a live video appearance at the National Constitution Center. He was awarded the Liberty Medal for his lifelong work promoting religious liberty and freedom of conscience and expression around the world.

Pope Leo XIV referred to America’s foundation by courageous men and women who dreamed of liberty and of a better life for themselves and for their children. He asserted that all men and women are created equal and enjoy certain unalienable rights, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

The Pope also recalled the founding ideal enshrining the right to life in the Declaration of Independence, in asserting that every man and woman enjoys human dignity, and must be protected from conception until natural death.

Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.