Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Genazzano

In brief

Pope Leo XIV is celebrating Mass at the sanctuary in Genazzano on the afternoon of September 7. The visit occurs on the eve of the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Father Centra, the rector of the basilica, noted the deep connection between the Pope and the Madonna of Good Counsel. Bishop Parmeggiani of Tivoli said the visit encourages people to follow Christ as shown by Mary.