Pope Leo XIV has announced he will maintain an active presence on official papal social media accounts, including X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.
This move continues the Vatican's recent tradition of using social media to communicate directly with the faithful worldwide. The pope's posts are expected to focus on messages of peace, social justice, and care for creation, echoing the style of his predecessor, Pope Francis. The Vatican's communications office emphasized that these platforms will serve as a daily touchpoint for spiritual guidance and global outreach.
Pope Leo XIV's embrace of digital platforms signals a modern approach to papal communication.
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