Leo XIV blesses the Residents of Córdoba!
Córdoba, Argentina, Nov. 10 (EFE).-
Leo XIV blessed the residents of Córdoba, Argentina, on Tuesday, from the balcony of the Archbishop’s Palace. He also addressed young people at one of the most anticipated events of his visit to Argentina, from the same spot where John Paul II stood during his last visit in 1987.
“On this day of celebration, let us give thanks to God for the gift of faith, for the gift of being able to share in this way. Look how many have come out into the streets!” said the pontiff, visibly amazed by the thousands upon thousands of people who had welcomed him to this city, just as they did on Monday in Buenos Aires.
“Thank you for welcoming me; thank you for this greeting, but above all, let us give thanks to God for the gift of life, for the gift of this enthusiasm, for the gift of young people,” he added.
“God is close to you and will always be present. Continue to live your faith. May God bless all of Córdoba,” he concluded, before imparting his blessing with the sign of the cross.
The pontiff arrived at the Archbishop’s Palace in Córdoba, cheered by thousands along the way, after presiding over a Mass on the tarmac of the Argentine Aircraft Factory (FAdeA) on the outskirts of the city, which, according to organizers, was attended by some 650,000 people.
After greeting the crowd from the balcony of the Archbishop’s Palace, Leo XIV met with the bishops, priests, deacons, and men and women religious of the Church in this city.
In the afternoon, he will return to Buenos Aires to attend a vigil with young people. EFE
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