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Pope Leo to visit Genazzano as ‘pilgrim’ before Mother of Good Counsel

Pope Leo XIV returned to the shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano on September 7 to celebrate Mass and seek divine aid for making "courageous and wise decisions." During the visit, the Pope unveiled a new fresco on the basilica's upper cornice that depicts him praying at the sanctuary. He described the presence of Mary and her Son as a force that moves all of history. The visit marks a return to the specific site where the pontiff prayed immediately following his election.

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  • ✓ Pope Leo XIV visited the shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano on September 7.
  • ✓ The Pope unveiled a fresco depicting him praying at the sanctuary.
  • ✓ Pope Leo XIV prayed at the Genazzano sanctuary after his election.
  • ✓ Leo XIV asked for aid to make "courageous and wise decisions."
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Pope Leo XIV unveiled a fresco depicting his post-election prayers during a September 7 visit to Genazzano.

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  1. Pope Leo XIV visits Genazzano sanctuary as pilgrim

    Pope Leo XIV returned to the shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano on September 7 to celebrate Mass and seek divine aid for making "courageous and wise decisions." During the visit, the Pope unveiled a new fresco on the basilica's upper cornice that depicts him praying at the sanctuary. He described the presence of Mary and her Son as a force that moves all of history. The visit marks a return to the specific site where the pontiff prayed immediately following his election.

    Why it matters

    The sanctuary in Genazzano holds personal significance for Leo XIV due to his post-election prayers there. This visit reinforces his public devotion to the Mother of Good Counsel.

    What is confirmed

    • Pope Leo XIV visited the shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano on September 7.
    • The Pope unveiled a fresco depicting him praying at the sanctuary.
    • Pope Leo XIV prayed at the Genazzano sanctuary after his election.
    • Leo XIV asked for aid to make "courageous and wise decisions."
    • The Pope celebrated Mass at the shrine.

    What to watch next

    • Further official statements regarding the Pope's specific decisions following the pilgrimage
    Sources used for this update (8)
    1. cbsnews.com — Pope Leo unveils new fresco at Genazzano sanctuary where he prayed after his election
    2. vaticannews.va — Pope Leo to visit Genazzano as ‘pilgrim’ before Mother of Good Counsel
    3. Catholic World Report — Leo XIV: Mary’s simple presence — and her Son within her — moves all of history
    4. Temple Daily Telegram — Pope returns to sanctuary where he prayed after election and unveils a fresco depicting the event
    5. OSV News — Pope Leo XIV asks Our Lady of Good Counsel for aid to make ‘courageous and wise decisions’
    6. catholicreview.org — Pope Leo XIV asks Our Lady of Good Counsel for aid to make ‘courageous and wise decisions’
    7. www.huffpost.com — Pope Leo XIV Returns To Italian Sanctuary Where He Prayed After Election
    8. www.ncregister.com — Leo XIV: Mary’s Simple Presence — and Her Son Within Her — Moves All of History
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