Many nationalities are present every Wednesday at the general audiences. However, there are times when the Pope receives quite "familiar" visitors. Take a look at this moment.
My mother sends her regards. Mari Luz de Ascasas.
- Oh, very well. Thank you very much.
- Done.
They are a group of 25 faithful from the Diocese of Chiclayo. The one you heard is Antonio. His mother was unable to make the pilgrimage to Rome for health reasons. She worked alongside Robert Prevost.
ANTONIO DÍAZ
Lay Member of the Diocese of Chiclayo
I was surprised - I didn't expect such a warm greeting because they had worked for two years, and since she has not been able to come due to that health issue, suddenly, next year, I might want to visit him.
Without a doubt, the then-bishop of Chiclayo left his mark on the diocese. The faithful and priests remember him with great affection.
FR. JOSÉ MARTÍN
Parish Vicar of the Parish of San Pedro
He was a bishop, our bishop for nine years. He also ordained me a priest. I was one of the first seven priests he ordained while he was Bishop of Chiclayo.
This is the first time they have come to Rome for the now-Pope Leo XIV, the successor of Peter. This has significantly moved them.
FR. JOSÉ MARTÍN
Parish Vicar of the Parish of San Pedro
A huge emotion, and now it's like, do I believe it, don't I believe it? Is it true or not true? A huge emotion.
Although they say the Pope possesses many virtues, they highlight one from the period in which he was their bishop.
FR. JOSÉ MARTÍN
Parish Vicar of the Parish of San Pedro
Being close. Especially with his priests and the most needy.
They return to Peru after visiting the man who was once the pastor of their diocese. Now he remains a pastor, but of the universal Church.
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