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Millions of people have flooded the streets of Lima, Peru, to welcome Pope Leo XIV back to the country he considers his second homeland. The Chicago-born pontiff, who also holds Peruvian citizenship, received an extraordinary reception on Wednesday, 11 November, with an estimated three million people gathering to celebrate his arrival. The festivities continued on Thursday as enthusiastic crowds filled the historic capital, eager to catch a glimpse of the man they once knew as Father Robert. Before becoming Pope, Leo spent approximately two decades serving as a missionary and bishop in Peru, forging lasting relationships with local communities. But his visit carries a message beyond celebration. During meetings with political and religious leaders, the pontiff has called for reconciliation, stronger public trust and greater protection for victims of clerical abuse. His itinerary includes a return to Chiclayo, where he previously served as bishop, alongside visits to Cusco and Pucallpa. For millions of Peruvians, this is more than a historic papal visit. It is the emotional return of a man they proudly consider one of their own.
Millions of people have flooded the streets of Lima, Peru, to welcome Pope Leo XIV back to the country he considers his second homeland.
The Chicago-born pontiff, who also holds Peruvian citizenship, received an extraordinary reception on Wednesday, 11 November, with an estimated three million people gathering to celebrate his arrival.
The festivities continued on Thursday as enthusiastic crowds filled the historic capital, eager to catch a glimpse of the man they once knew as Father Robert.
Before becoming Pope, Leo spent approximately two decades serving as a missionary and bishop in Peru, forging lasting relationships with local communities.
But his visit carries a message beyond celebration.
During meetings with political and religious leaders, the pontiff has called for reconciliation, stronger public trust and greater protection for victims of clerical abuse.
His itinerary includes a return to Chiclayo, where he previously served as bishop, alongside visits to Cusco and Pucallpa.
For millions of Peruvians, this is more than a historic papal visit. It is the emotional return of a man they proudly consider one of their own.
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