Religious leaders are individuals who hold authoritative positions within a religious community or organization. They are responsible for guiding, teaching, and providing spiritual care to their followers. Religious leaders may include figures such as priests, ministers, imams, rabbis, monks, and gurus, among others, depending on the specific faith tradition. Their roles often encompass leading worship services, conducting rituals and ceremonies, offering moral and ethical guidance, interpreting sacred texts, and serving as representatives of their faith both within the community and in broader societal contexts. The influence and responsibilities of religious leaders can vary significantly across different religions and cultures, as can the criteria for their selection or ordination.
Pope Francis recovers from a critical respiratory crisis at Rome's Gemelli Polyclinic, expressing gratitude for global support. He emphasizes the urgent need for peace, highlighting conflicts in Ukraine, Palestine, Israel,…