By Tessa Gervasini
Washington, D.C. Newsroom, May 19, 2025 / 15:04 pm
The Archdiocese of Chicago is gearing up to host a grand celebration at Rate Field, the iconic home of the Chicago White Sox, on June 14. This event aims to honor Pope Leo XIV, as per a statement released by the archdiocese.
The general public is warmly invited to partake in this upcoming “once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first pope born and raised in the Chicago area.”
Mark your calendars! Saturday, June 14 we will celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV at Rate Field! More details will be announced in the coming week. pic.com/QSd96cRWzI
— Archdiocese Chicago (@archchicago) May 17, 2025
According to the archdiocese, “Pope Leo XIV’s message of peace, unity, and the key to a meaningful life have touched hearts across the globe.”
