Leon XIV immediately starts working. The Vatican announced the first plans of the Pope
Although the first plans have already been presented at the beginning of Leon XIV’s service, the date of the solemn inauguration of the pontificate was still not announced. The Vatican did not provide details about this ceremony. Traditionally, it takes place in St. Piotr with the participation of the faithful, clergy, state delegations and representatives of other religions.
Leon XIV. The first mass in the Sistine Chapel
As announced by the press office of the Holy See The first step of Leon XIV as a pope will be a solemn mass. It will take place on Friday, May 9, at 11 in the Sistine Chapel, a special place, because it was there that the cardinals gathered made it. All purpants present at the conclave will take part in the mass.
This event is both spiritual and symbolic – emphasizes the communication of the new pope with the Cardinal College and the continuity of the church’s tradition.
Prayer of Regina Coeli from the balcony of the basilica
On Sunday, May 11, Leon XIV will publicly turn to the faithful for the first time all over the world. At noon he will refuse to pray Regina Coeli from the balcony of the Basilica of Saint Peter. This is a traditional Marian prayer refused during the Easter period instead of the Angelus.
This event will probably gather crowds of pilgrims again in St. Piotr. For many faithful, this will be the first opportunity to hear the papal message and see the new head of the church.
Pope’s plans: Audience for journalists in the Hall of Paul VI
On Monday, May 12, at 10 Pope Leon XIV will meet with media representatives. The traditional audience will take place in the auditorium of Paul VI, a special audience hall located in the immediate vicinity of the Basilica of St. Piotr.
Source: PAP
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