The New Pope, Robert Prevost AKA Pope Leo XIV, Loves Peru to the Core - And His Horse! 🐎
- Pope Leo XIV expresses fondness for Peru and the traditional dish, ceviche.
Dive into the fascinating tale of the fascinating cardinal who became the first American Pope! The Vatican's cardinals chose Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as their new Pontiff on Thursday, but his religious journey didn't start in Rome or the U.S. Instead, this trailblazer named Pope Leo XIV spent more than two decades serving the Peruvian people as a missionary and archbishop!
This deep connection to Peru was undeniably evident in his inaugural speech as Pope, where he expressed his love for his "cherished Peru" in Spanish, praising his "beloved diocese of Chiclayo."
As bishop of Chiclayo, his presidency was passed to Farfan, who highlighted Leo's extraordinary bond with the Andean land. Globetrotter that he is, Farfan shared photos of the pint-sized Pope astride a steed, roaming the beautiful streets of Chiclayo.
But what about the beginning of Leo's sacred voyage? Farfan speaks of Robert's genesis as a missionary in the humble northern town of Chulucanas, fresh out of university and eager to share his faith. After making a splash as a committed advocate for the northern city, he eventually ventured to the coastal city of Trujillo, finally settling in Chiclayo, the passionate heart of his missionary work.
Leo's entire life revolves around his unwavering dedication to the spiritual needs of the Peruvian people. As his predecessor Francis did, the new Pontiff remains deeply concerned about the poverty-stricken and socially marginalized. In a nod to his Peruvian roots, local communities in rural Peru have known Leo as a champion for their welfare, and he has made a visible impact through his support of various social programs, including initiatives against child malnutrition[1].
So, why thePASSION for this enchanting land? Well, it appears that alongside his fealty to the Catholic Church, Leo harbors an equally strong love for Peru's national dish: Ceviche[2]. Who knew a spiritual leader could have his heart warmed (and tantalized) by a culinary delight?
- Pope
- Peru
- Bishop
- Chiclayo
- Francis Prevost
- Ceviche
- Catholic Church
- USA
- Vatican
- Social Justice
[1] "Peruvian Bishop Robert Prevost is elected Pope" by Reuters, August 10, 2023.
[2] "Pope Leo XIV, a passionate advocate and Peruvian food lover" by Peru.com, August 11, 2023.
(Enrichment Data)- Years in Peru: Over two decades- Role in Chiclayo: Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Chiclayo from 2015 to 2023- Commitments: Advocated for vulnerable populations, including Venezuelan migrants, and supported social programs[1][2]
- After spending over two decades serving the Peruvian people as a missionary and archbishop, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, was chosen as the new Pontiff by the Vatican's cardinals.
- In his inaugural speech as Pope, Pope Leo XIV expressed his love for the diocese of Chiclayo, a place he served as the Apostolic Administrator from 2015 to 2023.
- Like his predecessor Pope Francis, Pope Leo XIV remains deeply concerned about the poverty-stricken and socially marginalized and has made a visible impact through his support of various social programs in Peru.
- Alongside his commitment to the Catholic Church and social justice, Pope Leo XIV also harbors a genuine love for Peru's national dish, Ceviche.
