Falling birth rates, fading faith? Pope Leo’s message to Uruguay’s youth

 Pope Leo XIV urged young people in Uruguay to marry and start families as he continued his South American tour. He emphasized the importance of lifelong commitment and addressing declining birth rates in the country. The Pope also called on Uruguayans to strengthen their faith and build community bonds during his visit. Additionally, he visited neighborhoods affected by violence and highlighted the church’s supportive initiatives. Pope Leo XIV urged young people in Uruguay to marry and start families as he continued his South American tour. He emphasized the importance of lifelong commitment and addressing declining birth rates in the country. The Pope also called on Uruguayans to strengthen their faith and build community bonds during his visit. Additionally, he visited neighborhoods affected by violence and highlighted the church’s supportive initiatives.