A reflection by Pope Leo XIV
"Dear friends, compassion and empathy are sadly in danger of disappearing today. Technological advances have made us more connected than ever before, but they can also lead to indifference. The constant flow of images and videos of the hardships of others can dull our hearts rather than stir them. Pope Francis warned us that 'we have become used to the suffering of others thinking: it does not affect me, it does not interest me, it is none of my business.' This type of apathy is becoming one of the most serious spiritual challenges of our time."
(Greeting to the participants of the 8th Colloquium between the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue and the Royal Institute for Inter-faith Studies - May 11, 2026)
@RedpillDrifter Trees grow thick bark that does not ignite or burn easily, and drop their lower branches as they grow, preventing fire from climbing and burning the green needles higher in the tree