Before departing from Lima on Friday morning, November 13, Pope Leo XIV greeted a crowd gathered outside the Apostolic Nunciature, expressing gratitude and anticipation for the next leg of his Peruvian visit. Addressing the faithful, the Pope shared his excitement to travel to the northwestern city of Chiclayo, where he previously served as bishop from 2015 to 2023 prior to becoming Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops. He encouraged everyone to carry forward the same spirit of joy experienced so far during his trip.
During his brief farewell in the capital, Pope Leo XIV offered prayers and gave thanks to God for the blessings of faith, life, and respect for human dignity. Before imparting his blessing, he wished that God’s presence would remain alive in their hearts and families, urging the crowd to hold onto hope and continue working together every day.
Shortly after speaking, the Pope boarded a flight to Chiclayo. Over the coming days, his itinerary will also take him to Santa Cruz de Succhabamba, Cusco, and Pucallpa before he returns to Lima on November 15. Peru marks the third and final stop on Pope Leo XIV’s 12-day Apostolic Journey through South America, which will conclude when he departs for Rome on Monday, November 16.