In the wake of a tragic mass shooting at a Minneapolis church that left two young students dead and more than a dozen injured, Pope Leo XIV has called for an end to what he described as a “pandemic of arms.” The shooting, which occurred during a Catholic school mass, has shocked the community and prompted calls for action to address gun violence.
During a weekly public prayer in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV, the first US pope in history and a native of Chicago, prayed for the victims of the shooting and urged an end to the proliferation of weapons. He specifically mentioned the need to address both large and small arms, highlighting the devastating impact of gun violence on communities.
The shooting at the Minneapolis church has reignited the debate over gun control in the United States, with lawmakers and activists calling for stricter regulations on firearms. Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., has pushed for an assault weapons ban in response to the tragedy, emphasizing the need to prevent such senseless acts of violence in the future.
Investigators are still working to determine the motive behind the shooting, but as is often the case with such incidents, more questions than answers remain. The community is grappling with the aftermath of the tragedy, coming together to mourn the loss of the young victims and support those who were injured in the attack.
As the Minneapolis church holds its first Mass since the shooting, the community is seeking healing and solace in the midst of grief and shock. The incident has underscored the urgent need to address the root causes of gun violence and work towards creating safer environments for all individuals, especially in places of worship and education.
In the face of tragedy, Pope Leo XIV’s call for an end to the “pandemic of arms” serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of promoting peace and unity in a world plagued by violence and conflict.
Sources:
– CBS News: [https://www.cbsnews.com/video/mass-held-at-site-of-minneapolis-church-shooting/]
– The Guardian: [https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/aug/31/pope-leo-minnesota-school-shooting]
– Breitbart: [https://www.breitbart.com/2nd-amendment/2025/08/31/pope-calls-for-end-to-pandemic-of-arms-after-trans-shooter-attacks-catholic-school]
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