LIVE UPDATES: Pope Leo XIV returns to Chiclayo, Peru, to celebrate Mass

Pope Leo XIV on Thursday met with Peruvian bishops and faithful outside Lima's cathedral, then told some 60,000 young people at a stadium vigil: "You are the sign of hope!"

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Alvernia University to acquire Marian University

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Lebanon's president reassures Christians as they remain under pressure

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun denied there is a danger to the Christian presence in the country, but the faithful there continue to face violence, displacement, and pressure to leave.

LIVE UPDATES: Pope Leo XIV tells Peru's youth 'You are the sign of hope'

Pope Leo XIV on Thursday met with Peruvian bishops and faithful outside Lima's cathedral, then told some 60,000 young people at a stadium vigil: "You are the sign of hope!"

PHOTOS: Pope Leo XIV returns to Peru where he once served as bishop

The Holy Father made a poignant return to his adopted country where he lived for years prior to his papacy.

Pope Leo XIV to 60,000 young Peruvians: Christ's Passion shows the way to your calling

"Learning to recognize the Lord's voice is essential," the pope told some 60,000 young people at a Lima stadium vigil, pointing to Christ's Passion as the model.

LIVE UPDATES: Pope Leo XIV leads youth vigil at Lima's Estadio Nacional

Pope Leo XIV on Thursday met with Peruvian bishops and gathered with faithful in the square outside Lima's cathedral before heading to a prayer vigil with youth.

Priest extols the value of confession at papal youth vigil

Father Rodolfo shared that for him, hearing confessions gives meaning to his ministry, encouraging young people to receive the sacrament where they will only experience God's love and forgiveness.