Pope Leo XIV has convened presidents of bishops’ conferences from around the world on April 30 for an October summit in Rome to address the global crisis in marriage, the Holy See confirmed, following preparatory discussions this week among senior theologians and Church officials.
The high-level meeting, to be held at the Vatican, will bring together episcopal leaders to examine declining marriage rates, rising cohabitation and growing reluctance among young people to form families – developments the Pope has identified as a matter of urgent concern for both Church and society. The initiative follows a study day held on April 29 at the Casina Pio IV, organised by the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family and Life, with around 75 invited participants including curial officials, seminary formators and academic specialists.
