Pope, in video, prays for detachment, sharing of money, time, talents
November 04, 2026
In a video message associated with his November prayer intention (for the proper use of wealth), Pope Leo XIV said that “a heart detached from possessions transforms the world: it opens paths of justice, tears down walls of indifference, and sows hope among the poor.”
“Lord of life, all we have comes from You: the fertile land, the talents we’ve received, the effort of those who came before us,” Pope Leo prayed. “Nothing is ours alone—everything is a shared gift.”
He added:
We ask you, Lord, that your Spirit teach us to use what we have—money, time, talents, opportunities—as instruments of fraternity.
May each economic, family, or community decision spring from a free heart, able to recognize that every good is meant for all, and that only by sharing we build the future.
Make us witnesses of a wealth transformed into service and mercy, so that our lives, united to the lives of others, may be a sign of your Kingdom of justice and peace.
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Further information:
- Video Message ‘Pray with the Pope’ – November 2026: For the proper use of wealth (Dicastery for Communication - Vatican Media, 11/3/26)
- For the proper use of wealth - November 2026 | The Pope Prayer Video (11/3/26)
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