Pope Leo XIV’s 2025 Holy Year Ends with Stark Warning Against Consumerism and Xenophobia

In a year marked by unprecedented transitions at the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV concluded the rare 2025 Holy Year with an urgent call to reject the corrosive forces of rampant consumerism and rising anti-foreigner sentiment. This Jubilee, attracting over 33 million pilgrims to Rome, was not only a religious milestone but also a revealing mirror reflecting the broader global struggles that touch directly on America's values and security. Are We Allowing a Distorted Economy to Dehumanize Us? Kneeling before the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica—a symbol of forgiveness and renewal—Leo confronted what he called "a distorted economy [that] tries...