Pope Leo Receives U. S. Senate Resolution on Minnesota School Shooting

In a recent event at the Vatican, Pope Leo was handed a copy of a U. S. Senate resolution. This resolution honored the victims of a tragic shooting that took place at a Catholic school in Minnesota. The senator who presented it was Amy Klobuchar, one of the resolution's co-sponsors. The shooting happened on August 27. A gunman fired through the stained-glass windows of Annunciation Catholic School. Two young children lost their lives, and 18 others were injured. This included both teachers and students. The incident sparked renewed discussions about gun control in the United States. Pope Leo even addressed the issue during a Sunday prayer session. He called for an end to the "pandemic of arms, large and small. " The Senate resolution, which was co-sponsored by another Minnesota Democrat, Tina Smith, passed unanimously in September. It serves as a non-legislative statement, expressing the Senate's condolences and support. Klobuchar was at the Vatican for a meeting between Pope Leo and Ukrainian children. These children had been rescued from areas occupied by Russia. The delegation also delivered a letter from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. The letter asked the Vatican to help bring back children who had been taken to Russia. This event highlights the Pope's role as a global leader. It shows his involvement in both domestic and international issues. The resolution and the meeting with Ukrainian children underscore the Vatican's commitment to peace and justice.