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Pope Leo XIV Celebrates Immaculate Conception, Announces Holy Year

12/9/2025

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Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Immaculate Conception on December 8, 2025, in St. Peter’s Square, urging the faithful to embrace God's plan.
He highlighted Mary's grace and role in salvation and asked believers to respond with gratitude and love.
Later, he joined a traditional Roman ceremony, praying for peace at a Madonna statue near the Spanish Steps.
He announced Christmas and New Year plans, including a Holy Year in 2033.

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Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Immaculate Conception on December 8, 2025, in St. Peter’s Square, urging the faithful to embrace God's plan.
He highlighted Mary's grace and role in salvation and asked believers to respond with gratitude and love.
Later, he joined a traditional Roman ceremony, praying for peace at a Madonna statue near the Spanish Steps.
He announced Christmas and New Year plans, including a Holy Year in 2033.