Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Uruguay
Pope Leo XIV began an eleven-day tour of Latin America by visiting Uruguay, where he celebrated his first Mass in South America in Paysandú. During his visit, he met with President Yamandú Orsi and received the keys to Montevideo from Mayor Mario Bergara. The Pope also spoke about the importance of building bridges and praised the country's renewable energy matrix.
- The Pope's tour will include Argentina and Peru.
- Pope Leo XIV called for healthcare accessibility for everyone.
- Former president Luis Lacalle Herrera attempted to kiss the Pope's ring.
- President Yamandú Orsi received Pope Leo XIV at the airport.
- The Pope mentioned mate as a symbol of friendship.
- The Pope stated that Montevideú's role as Mercosur Secretariat headquarters concretizes regional cooperation.
- The Pope will conclude his visit to Uruguay with a prayer vigil in Montevideo.
- Thousands attended Pope Leo XIV’s first Mass in South America.
- The Uruguayan President expressed admiration for the Vatican's stance on Human Rights.
- The Uruguayan Constitution requires the Republic to seek peaceful resolution of international disputes.
- The Catholic Church had no new seminarians in 2024.
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