Argentina: Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass before 650,000 in Córdoba

Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Córdoba, Argentina, attracting around 650,000 attendees. The event marked his first visit to Latin America as pope, emphasizing the importance of living faith daily. He encouraged worshippers to embrace their faith and aspire to be saints. The ceremony took place at the Military Aviation School, where crowds gathered to greet him. This visit is significant as Argentina is the homeland of his predecessor, Pope Francis, and the first papal visit since 1987. Many attendees used umbrellas for shade while others watched from afar with binoculars or phones.