In the Christian town of Rmeich on Lebanon’s tense southern border, worshippers are praying that Pope Leo’s upcoming visit will bring peace — and the strength to stay in a region where Christian communities are disappearing.<br /><br />For centuries, Rmeich has been a safe haven for Middle Eastern Christians. Today, it sits between Israeli military posts and villages devastated by airstrikes, while residents struggle to protect their land, their homes, and their faith.<br /><br />Priests describe a community holding on by prayer alone. Churches stand damaged or destroyed. Families are unable to harvest their fields without UN escorts. Only a handful of Christians remain in neighbouring towns.<br /><br />With Pope Leo set to arrive in Lebanon this week, many hope his presence will deliver a desperately needed message:<br /><br />#Lebanon #PopeLeo #LebaneseChristians #MiddleEast #Rmeich #LebanonNews #Christianity #Hezbollah #IsraelLebanonBorder #Beirut #WarAndPeace #Church #CatholicNews #Religion
