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On 13 November 2026, Pope Leo XIV returned to Chiclayo in northern Peru, the diocese he led as bishop from 2015 to 2023, and celebrated Holy Mass for the faithful there.
Many Peruvians still call him “Padre Roberto,” and his return to Chiclayo was one of the most anticipated moments of his six-day visit to Peru, the final leg of a 12-day South American journey. His programme in the city also included a welcome by local authorities and a meeting with the university community.
Read our report: “The Pope Is Coming Home”: Millions Welcome Leo XIV to Peru.
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