LDS apostle attends interfaith meeting with Pope Leo XIV
November 11, 2026 at 9:02 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

Apostle Ulisses Soares was among religious leaders who met with Pope Leo XIV at an interfaith gathering in Argentina, according to The Salt Lake Tribune. The meeting brought together leaders from multiple faith traditions to discuss shared values and humanitarian cooperation.
The Church has a history of interfaith dialogue with Catholic leadership, though formal theological collaboration remains limited. Elder Soares' attendance continues the pattern of LDS apostles participating in international religious-liberty and humanitarian forums.
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