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Archdiocese of Chicago to Host Historic Citywide Celebration Honoring Pope Leo XIV at Rate Field on Saturday, June 14
WHAT: The Archdiocese of Chicago to host a historic citywide celebration honoring the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first pope born and raised in the Chicago area.
Pope Leo’s message of peace, unity, and the key to a meaningful life has resonated deeply around the globe. This celebration offers a unique opportunity for the people from Chicago and beyond to come together in shared pride for one of our own.
All are invited: Catholics, people of other faith traditions, and those interested in exploring more.
The celebration will include:
Pope Leo XIV will greet Chicagoland and offer the first broadcast of his special video message to the young people of the world.
Cardinal Blase J. Cupich - will greet the crowd and be the main celebrant and homilist during the Catholic Mass.
Chicago Bulls announcer Chuck Swirsky will emcee the program.
The celebration will also be livestreamed on the Archdiocese of Chicago’s YouTube Channel for those unable to attend in person. Livestream link: https://youtube.com/live/ymA4qt-DOBs?feature=share
Event updates and more information: https://www.archchicago.org/popeleoxiv
WHERE:
Rate Field - Home of the Chicago White Sox
333 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616
WHEN: Saturday, June 14, 2025
12:30 p.m. – Gates Open
2:30 p.m. – Program Begins
4:00 p.m. – Catholic Mass
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