Leo XIV takes possession of the Cathedral of Rome

On Sunday, May 25, Pope Leo XIV took possession of the Cathedral of Rome, St. John Lateran, making him bishop of the city.

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May 26, 2025

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El Papa durante la primera en san Juan de Letrán (CNS photo /Cristian Gennari, pool)

On Sunday, May 25, Pope Leo XIV took possession of the Cathedral of Rome, St. John Lateran. It is the oldest papal basilica and one of the four most important in the capital of Italy.

This step makes Leo XIV the Bishop of Rome, celebrating his first Mass as such on Sunday at 5:00 p.m.


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