The official inauguration of Pope Leo XIV will take place tomorrow, drawing delegations from over 150 countries, according to a statement released today by the Holy See.
Among the distinguished guests, Italy, Peru, and the United States will be seated in the VIP section, as the newly elected Pope holds dual citizenship in Peru and the U.S.
The U.S. delegation will be led by Vice President Jay D. Vance, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio also planning to attend.
International leaders who have confirmed their presence include:
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz
- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky
The Eucharistic celebration is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m. CET in St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, formally marking the start of Pope Leo XIV’s papal ministry as the head of the Roman Catholic Church.
This highly anticipated event signals the beginning of a new chapter for the global Catholic community, and it will be closely watched by millions around the world.
