The apostolic nuncio in Peru, Paolo Rocco Gualtieri, confirmed the modification of the official itinerary of pope Leo XIV, who will now visit the national territory from November 11 to 16. The ecclesiastical authority communicated that the supreme pontiff’s trip will last one day less compared to the announcement at the beginning of the month.
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Rocco Gualtieri specified the details of the arrival and departure of the bishop of Rome. “He will be here, arriving on the afternoon of November 11 and leaving on the afternoon of the 16th, not the 17th”, he detailed to the press this Friday.
The original plan contemplated a seven-day stay on Peruvian soil. The new schedule responds to the official agenda that the holy father will fulfill in the Vatican, where his presence is required mandatorily on November 17.
The representative of the Holy See also highlighted the pontiff’s enthusiasm to carry out this apostolic trip in South America. Regarding this, Rocco Gualtieri stated: “He is very eager to be here with us”.
In anticipation of the arrival of pope Leo XIV, the Peruvian government declared this event and all preparatory activities of national interest. Through an official regulation, the Executive Power created the Extraordinary High-Level Commission chaired by Chancellor Carlos Espá.
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The papal delegation will maintain the tour through the different regions of the country despite the reduced length of stay. The cities of Lima, Chiclayo, Cusco, and Pucallpa will receive the pontiff, who will celebrate large masses and meetings with the civilian population of these jurisdictions.
Meanwhile, the Peruvian Episcopal Conference promotes the call for national volunteers who will provide logistical assistance, first aid, and translation. The organizers expect the participation of thousands of citizens to guarantee security and order at each regional liturgical event.
Expectations in Peru for Leo XIV’s activities
This trip represents the third historic opportunity in which a pontiff sets foot on Peruvian soil. Previously, John Paul II visited the country in 1985 and 1988, while Francis did so in 2018 before millions of faithful.
The official itinerary that pope Leo XIV will have during his stay in Peru is still awaited. It is only known that he will visit Lima, Chiclayo, Juliaca, and Cusco during his tour of the country.
