Pope Leo Xiv Select Cardinals targeted altar on the first mass
At a moment filled with symbolism, Pope Leo XIV was a great choice as a positive in his first mass – not by words, but by the altar.
Instead of using Great and traditional altar From Cystein Chapel – it takes him to the cardinals – he seems to have chosen to build an altar that turned to their side directly to them.
“He clearly decided that he would look toward the cardinals. I think this is important,” the correspondent said CNN In the Vatican, Christopher Lamb. “Your decision has now made a statement.”
“There are some Catholics who want to return to prayer. They seek some old ways to celebrate prayers.”
Father Patrick is believed to be intentional this moment Brisco.
“I am sure it is his choice,” he said. “There is no way to celebrate this mass without making that decision.”
“Most of the Catholics will experience the mass this way,” he said. “We have a Pope who is praying with us in a way that understands and praise everyone.”
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Celebrate people in St. Peters Square while waiting for the new Pope’s inauguration ceremony Antonio MCL/Getty Images
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The priests embraced when the Sistin Chapel responded to the white smoke coming from the chimney, indicating that the new Pope was elected at the Vatican on May 8, 2025. Reuters/Claudia Greeco
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