The Pontiff turned years in the midst of his first anniversary at the head of the Catholic Church. Thousands of faithful accompanied him in Rome and received messages from all over the world.
He Pope Leo XIV He celebrated his Saturday his 70 years On a day that combined emotion, spirituality and a strong popular support. In the San Pedro Squarethousands of faithful gathered to greet High pontiffwhich was born on September 14, 1955 and that it travels His first year at the head of the Catholic Church.
“Dear, it seems that they know that I am very seventy years”he said with humor when seeing banners with messages of affection, including a sent from MANSEFÚ, IN CHICLAYO (Peru)where he exercised as bishop. There, a large delegation from the Peruvian community in Rome deployed a national flag with the Birthday dedication.
International thanks and messages
During the Angelus prayer, Leo XIV said: “I thank the Lord, my parents and I thank all those who have agreed in the prayer.” The Vatican also congratulated him Through his account in X: “Happy birthday, Pope León! For many years!”
The Italian Episcopal Conference and Cardinal Baldassare Reina, Vicar of Rome, joined the greetings. “While we share your concerns, especially for the many war scenarios that will disclaim the world, we wish you to make your dreams and continue sowing hope”the prelate pointed out.
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On the political level, the Italian President Sergio Mattarella He sent a letter highlighted by the “energetic call” of the Pontiff in favor of a “Disarmed and disarming peace.” He also warned about the danger of “a slope driven by the logic of domination and heartbreaking conflicts.”
Celebrations and an intense agenda
The eve of his birthday was marked by a free concert in the Plaza de San Pedro in tribute to his predecessor, Francisco. The show, titled Grace for The World, included a drone show that formed in the sky the face of the deceased Pope.
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Already on Saturday afternoon, Leo XIV presided over a ceremony in the Basilica of San Pablo Extramuros in honor of the martyrs of the 21st century. In addition, the Vatican confirmed the publication of fragments of his first interview, which will coincide with the presentation of his biography in Peru: Leo XIV: Citizen of the World, Missionary of the 21st Century.
Source: Ambito
