Pope Leo XIV releases pastoral guide for visit to Lima

Pope Leo XIV has released a pastoral guide titled "Leo XIV Returns Home" to prepare the Archdiocese of Lima for his upcoming apostolic visit. The Archdiocese of Lima made the digital material available for use by parishes, schools, religious communities, families, and various pastoral movements.

The guide consists of four chapters that summarize four documents regarding the teachings of Pope Leo XIV. Archbishop Carlos Castillo stated that the material covers the pope's preferential love for the poor, the construction of peace, and the protection of human dignity. The final chapter focuses on internalizing specific spiritual aspects of the visit.

Cardinal Castillo said the visit is a decisive part of the synodal process within the archdiocese. He noted that the guide helps the local Church renew its evangelizing efforts and improve its service to the people through reflection, prayer, and liturgical life.