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Students in Lebanon from the School of the Apostles (\u201cColl\u00e8ge des Ap\u00f4tres\u201d) in Jounieh, prepare letters and posters ahead of Pope Leo XIV\u2019s visit. \/ Credit: Noelle El Hajj<\/span>\n<\/div>\n

ACI MENA, Nov 27, 2025 \/ 06:00 am (CNA).<\/p>\n

The arrival of Pope Leo XIV to Lebanon is approaching quickly, and preparations are underway at every level \u2014 state institutions, municipalities, parishes, and countless volunteers are working to ensure the country is ready for this historic moment.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not only leaders and officials who are preparing. In the School of the Apostles (\u201cColl\u00e8ge des Ap\u00f4tres\u201d) in Jounieh, children are also getting ready in their own way, eager to welcome the Holy Father and to take part in an event they will remember for the rest of their lives.<\/p>\n

Preparing hearts and minds for the papal visit<\/h2>\n

Father Maroun Moubarak, the superior of the School of the Apostles, explained that for his students, the visit represents a defining moment \u2014 one they will carry with them forever. It is a milestone not every generation is granted: Previous ones experienced such occasions only during the visits of Pope Benedict XVI and Pope John Paul II.<\/p>\n

Moubarak emphasized that the visit also reveals the deep compassion the Vatican and the pope hold for Lebanon. He stressed that the attention Pope Leo is giving to the country means a great deal to the students.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt stands as a call for young Christians to remain steadfast, to deepen their faith, and to live it each day. They await the visit with joy and anticipation,\u201d he told ACI MENA, CNA\u2019s Arabic-language news partner.<\/p>\n

Father Maroun Moubarak, the superior of the School of the Apostles in Lebanon, explained that for his students, the visit of Pope Leo XIV represents a defining moment. Credit: Noelle El Hajj<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The priest also explained how the school is preparing students for the visit, noting that a structured plan has been developed to guide them both spiritually and intellectually.<\/p>\n

The program includes internal communication materials that introduce the meaning of the visit and the role of the papacy. Students are also learning about the official logo of the visit and its symbols. Daily Masses are being celebrated with special intentions for the success of the visit, and workshops and research projects on the Vatican and previous papal trips are being created and displayed across the school campus, fostering a shared spirit of unity and anticipation.<\/p>\n

Letters to the pope<\/h2>\n

One of the initiatives the school undertook in preparation of the papal visit was inviting students to write letters to the pope \u2014 an activity designed to help them feel personally involved in the visit.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The children were given complete freedom to express whatever they wished to say or ask, and the results were remarkably diverse: Each student had a unique perspective, tone, and style. The letters were written in English, Arabic, and French \u2014 the languages taught at the school \u2014 and they revealed a wide range of thoughts and hopes. Many shared a common request: that the pope pray for Lebanon\u2019s financial recovery. It is a plea that reflects the severity of the economic crisis and how deeply even the youngest feel its impact.<\/p>\n

Among the students is Makarios Osta, in Grade 8, who chose to share a clear wishlist. He wrote:<\/p>\n

\u201cFirst, please pray that Lebanon gets leaders who truly love their country.<\/p>\n

\u201cSecond, please pray that our parents smile again when they talk about the future.<\/p>\n

\u201cThird, please pray that Christians in Lebanon don\u2019t feel small or tired anymore. We want to be proud, strong, and free to dream.\u201d<\/p>\n

Student Makarios Osta shared a “wishlist” with the pope in his letter. Credit: Noelle El Hajj<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Another student, Cassandra Katerji, focused her letter on promises. She wrote:<\/p>\n

\u201cWe don\u2019t want to grow up in despair. We promise to be the generation that rebuilds Lebanon, not only its buildings, but its faith, its hope, its moral strength.<\/p>\n

\u201cLebanon is a country of many religions and voices. Sometimes those voices clash. But we, the youth, promise to speak only the language of peace.<\/p>\n

\u201cSometimes Lebanon feels like a land of fading lights. But we, the youth, refuse to let the flame die. We promise to keep the light of Christ burning, in our schools, our homes, our conversations, even on social media.\u201d<\/p>\n

Classmate Rita Tahtouh added a striking and thoughtful message, writing: \u201cWe are like the cedars of God, we do not fear the storms; what we fear is becoming wood burned in political deals.\u201d<\/p>\n

Chris Abi Hanna, on the other hand, shared a lighter and more playful note. He wrote: \u201cI hope you enjoy the Land of the Cedars and the saints. I know your schedule will be super busy, but I really hope you\u2019ll find a little time to taste our food, some kibbeh and tabbouleh, with a view of our beautiful mountains. Just one warning, Your Holiness: After that meal, every other Vatican lunch will feel a little boring.\u201d<\/p>\n

Student Chris Abi Hanna writing his letter to Pope Leo XIV. Credit: Noelle El Hajj<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Beyond the visit<\/h2>\n

Looking beyond the visit, Moubarak emphasized that the school\u2019s mission does not end when the pope leaves Lebanon.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cWe aim to encourage our students to continue following the pope\u2019s teachings, his travels, and his messages, understanding that the Church is alive, present, and close to people\u2019s daily struggles, not something distant or purely ceremonial,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He explained that students will listen attentively to the pope\u2019s address to young people during the gathering in Bkerke and then translate his words into concrete commitments through workshops and reflection.<\/p>\n

He noted that the Vatican, particularly through the Dicastery for Culture and Education, plays a crucial role in forming the human person in all dimensions, not only spiritually but also intellectually, morally, and socially. This formation, he said, enables young people to take their place in society and contribute to its growth. In Lebanon, he added, families sacrifice greatly to educate their children; education is considered their most valuable treasure, and continued support, both spiritual and material, is essential.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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