Teaching is 'great act of love,' pope tells educators - Arlington Catholic Herald

Pope Emphasizes Importance of Human Connection in Education

Pope Leo XIV stressed that a human connection of love and care between a teacher and student is crucial in the educational process, especially during times of student fragility.

Education is “a path that teachers and pupils walk together,”

The pope made these remarks on October 31 while meeting with thousands of educators in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican for the Jubilee of the World of Education.

Pope Leo XIV received a gift from Hanan Madanat, dean of the faculty of languages and communication at American University of Madaba in Jordan, during the audience.

Author's summary: Pope Leo XIV highlights love and care in education.

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