Pope Leo: The death penalty is inadmissible
Pope Leo: The death penalty is inadmissible https://www.indcatholicnews.com/news/54864 Apr 24th, 2026 Screenshot Source: Vatican Media/USCCB Pope Leo XIV has offered his support for those advocating for the abolition of the death penalty in the United States and around the world and insisted on the importance of safeguarding human dignity. The Church affirms "that the dignity of the person is not lost even after very serious crimes are committed," Pope Leo XIV said in a video message released today, to those gathered at DePaul University in the United States marking the 15th anniversary of the abolition of the death penalty in the State of Illinois. Pope Leo said he was joining those present in celebrating this landmark decision made in 2011 and offered his "support to those who advocate for the abolition of the death penalty in the United States of America and around the world." "I pray that your efforts will lead to a greater acknowledgement of the dignit...