On March 15, 2026, Pope Leo XIV addressed a message to the Christian Business and Management Movement (EDC), gathered in Lyon, France, on the occasion of the movement's centenary. The letter, signed by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State, emphasized the crucial role that faith can play in the world of business and economics.
The Holy Father stressed that the vocation of the Christian leader must be understood as a service to the common good and the integral development of the person. Economic activity, he noted, cannot be limited to the mere management of resources or the simple pursuit of profit. Businesses, when faithful to their truest vocation, involve communities of people called to grow together.
Pope Leo XIV encouraged Christian leaders to promote an economy that combines efficiency with humanity, offering young people not only jobs but also paths for growth, training, and responsible participation. He recalled the legacy of Leo XIII's encyclical Rerum Novarum, which marked the beginning of the Church's modern social doctrine and called on employers to safeguard the dignity of every worker.
These words resonate deeply with the mission of the International Catholic Chamber of Commerce. Since its founding, the Catholic Chamber has sought to build a global network of entrepreneurs and professionals who share this vision: an economy rooted in faith, ethical responsibility, and the service of the common good.
As we prepare for our next Ora et Labora networking event in June 2026, the Pope's message serves as both an encouragement and a renewed call to action for all members of our community.
The Holy Father stressed that the vocation of the Christian leader must be understood as a service to the common good and the integral development of the person. Economic activity, he noted, cannot be limited to the mere management of resources or the simple pursuit of profit. Businesses, when faithful to their truest vocation, involve communities of people called to grow together.
Pope Leo XIV encouraged Christian leaders to promote an economy that combines efficiency with humanity, offering young people not only jobs but also paths for growth, training, and responsible participation. He recalled the legacy of Leo XIII's encyclical Rerum Novarum, which marked the beginning of the Church's modern social doctrine and called on employers to safeguard the dignity of every worker.
These words resonate deeply with the mission of the International Catholic Chamber of Commerce. Since its founding, the Catholic Chamber has sought to build a global network of entrepreneurs and professionals who share this vision: an economy rooted in faith, ethical responsibility, and the service of the common good.
As we prepare for our next Ora et Labora networking event in June 2026, the Pope's message serves as both an encouragement and a renewed call to action for all members of our community.