Following the Regina Coeli prayer on Pentecost Sunday, Pope Francis prayed for the Holy Spirit to instill harmony in hearts and the world, promoting peace in Palestine, Israel, Ukraine, and all other conflict zones.

After leading the prayer in St. Peter's Square,  Pope highlighted the significance of Pentecost, emphasizing that the Holy Spirit creates harmony from diverse and often conflicting realities. He urged everyone to pray for the Holy Spirit, "the Love of the Father and of the Son," to bring harmony to hearts, families, societies, and the world.

Pope Francis expressed a fervent desire for the Holy Spirit to strengthen communion and fraternity among Christians of different traditions. He particularly prayed for leaders to find the courage to engage in dialogue to end wars.

Mentioning the recent suffering in Ukraine and the attack on Kharkiv two days prior, he called for peace in the Holy Land, Palestine, Israel, and other conflict-ridden regions. He emphasized that the Spirit should guide world leaders and individuals to open pathways to peace.

In conclusion, Pope Francis thanked the people of Verona for their warm welcome during his pastoral visit the previous day. He reflected on his visit with inmates, noting the vitality, humanity, and hope he witnessed behind prison walls. He also greeted groups present in St. Peter's Square, including one from Timor-Leste, a nation he plans to visit in September 2024 along with Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and Singapore.