Pope Leo XIV: Authentic Marian Spirituality Brings God’s Tenderness Into the Church
After delivering his homily, Pope Leo XIV dedicated the Church and the world to the Blessed Virgin Mary before the original statue of Our Lady of Fatima in St. Peter’s Square.
The event was part of the Jubilee of Marian Spiritualities, attended by 30,000 pilgrims in Rome and thousands more outside the Vatican.
- 30,000 pilgrims attended the Sunday Mass in St. Peter’s Square.
- Thousands more gathered in neighboring streets outside the Vatican.
The Holy Father expressed his great appreciation and gratitude to the members of movements, confraternities, prayer groups, and shrines dedicated to the Blessed Virgin.
Pope Leo XIV's message highlights the importance of authentic Marian spirituality in the Church.
Author's summary: Pope Leo XIV dedicates Church and world to Mary.