Pope Leo in Lima for a high-profile apostolic journey to South America

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Lima, Peru, on November 11 for a high-profile apostolic journey to South America. As both the first US-born pope and a naturalized Peruvian citizen who previously served as a bishop in Chiclayo, his return to what he calls his "second homeland" has sparked massive nationwide celebrations.

Pope Leo XIV was officially greeted at the Government Palace in Lima by Peru's President Keiko Fujimori. Crowds gathered enthusiastically outside the presidential palace and across the country. The welcome celebrations featured moving musical tributes, including special choral performances like the official welcome hymn “Leo, Brother on the Journey”.