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Pope Leo XIV's First Mass: Call for Unity and Faith

12/13/2025

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Pope Leo XIV, leader of the Catholic Church, celebrated his first Mass on December 12, 2025, at St. Peter's Basilica for the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
In a Spanish-language homily, he prayed for Mary’s intercession to guide nations away from division, hatred, and lies.
He emphasized safeguarding human dignity and fostering unity among people.
He urged support for families and young people to stay steadfast in faith.

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Pope Leo XIV, leader of the Catholic Church, celebrated his first Mass on December 12, 2025, at St. Peter's Basilica for the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
In a Spanish-language homily, he prayed for Mary’s intercession to guide nations away from division, hatred, and lies.
He emphasized safeguarding human dignity and fostering unity among people.
He urged support for families and young people to stay steadfast in faith.