Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural mass began on Sunday morning when he formally assumed his role as leader of the global Catholic Church, attracting thousands of supporters, including dozens of world leaders and members of European royalty.
Crowds filled St. Peter’s Square and the adjacent streets in Rome for the formal celebration, which included the first ride in Leo’s white Paparmobile, the first Pope of the United States.
Born in Chicago, the 69-year-old has spent many years as a missionary in Peru and also has Peruvian citizenship, which means he is also the first Pope of that South American country.
Robert Prevost, a relatively unknown man on the world scenario that became cardinal just two years ago, was elected Pope on May 8, after a brief conclave that lasted only 24 hours.
He replaces Pope Francis of Argentina, who died on April 21 after leading the often turbulent Church during which he fought the traditionalists and defended the poor and marginalized.
This content was originally published in inaugural Mass celebrates the beginning of the pontificate of Leo XIV on the CNN Brazil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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