Pope León XIV to deliver golden rose in Chiclayo, Peru
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Pope León XIV will visit the diocese of Chiclayo in Peru, where he will present the Golden Rose to Our Lady of Peace at a sanctuary dedicated to her.
Bishop Edinson Farfán Córdova of Chiclayo welcomed the Pope’s return, noting a historical connection between León XIV and the local Catholic community. The Pope plans to celebrate a large mass in Pimentel and meet with church leaders and pastoral agents.
During his visit to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Peace, Pope León XIV will pray before the Blessed Sacrament and the Virgin Mary before bestowing the Golden Rose as a symbol of gratitude. Church officials expect the Pope’s message to emphasize shared responsibility within the Church and continued progress toward synodality, encouraging participation from all members.
The Pope will also connect with young people, meeting with students at the Catholic University Santo Toribio de Mogrovejo, where he previously served as Grand Chancellor. Bishop Farfán hopes the visit will inspire renewal and peace in Peru, and the diocese has prepared a prayer asking for peace that overcomes conflict and fosters unity. The Pope’s schedule extends to other locations including Santa Cruz de Succhabamba and Zaña, culminating celebrations of faith across multiple communities.
