Pope Leo Celebrates First Mass as Pontiff in Montevideo, Uruguay, Before Tens of Thousands
By Claudette
Posted Nov 8, 2026 at 9:53 AM
Updated Nov 8, 2026 at 9:53 AM
Pope Leo is on a tour of South America, where he celebrated Mass at a sports stadium in Uruguay before a crowd of tens of thousands. According to the report, the Mass was among the first he has held as pontiff in the region.
During his visit, the pope also met with local communities to draw attention to the work the Catholic Church is doing to help people in need. Such care for those who are struggling reflects the call to show charity to the stranger and the hungry (Matthew 25:35).
The pope’s next stop is Argentina, where he will meet with President Javier Milei, described in the report as Trump-backed.
Source: Read the original report
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