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Pope Leo XIV to hold inauguration mass on May 18

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Posted on May 9, 2025

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· Last updated: January 23, 2026

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Pope Leo XIV to hold inauguration mass on May 18

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Pope Leo XIV's Inauguration Mass Scheduled for May 18

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Leo XIV's formal inauguration Mass to mark his appointment will take place in St. Peter's Square on Sunday May 18, the Vatican said in a statement on Friday.

The new pope, elected on Thursday, will hold his first general audience on May 21.

(Writing by Keith Weir; Editing by Alvise Armellini)

Key Takeaways

Pope Leo XIV's inauguration Mass is on May 18.
The event will be held in St. Peter's Square.
The new pope was elected on Thursday.
First general audience is on May 21.
Vatican announced the schedule on Friday.

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The main topic is the inauguration Mass of Pope Leo XIV scheduled for May 18 in Vatican City.

When is Pope Leo XIV's first general audience?

Pope Leo XIV's first general audience will be held on May 21.

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The inauguration Mass will take place in St. Peter's Square, Vatican City.

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