Fr. Gabriel Romanelli, parish priest of the Holy Family parish in Gaza, shared in a video message his joy at receiving a call from Pope Leo XIV following Israel’s order for residents to evacuate Gaza City.
“We told him we are well, even if the situation remains difficult,” the Argentine priest said. “The Pope gave us his blessing and prayed for us and for peace. He follows everything closely and is committed to ending the war.”
The Holy Family parish continues to shelter around 450 displaced people, including the elderly, the sick, and children. “Most of the population does not want to leave,” Fr. Romanelli explained. “Everywhere there is danger, but many want to remain in the city. We try to accompany them and help as we can.”
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By Vatican News
