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Pope Leo XIV Welcomed by Warm Crowds at Castel Gandolfo CASTEL GANDOLFO — Arriving just southeast of Rome, Pope Leo XIV made a brief appearance on the balcony of the Apostolic Palace to greet the faithful gathered in Piazza della Libertà . Thanking the enthusiastic crowd for their warm reception, the Pontiff reaffirmed the profound importance of unity, brotherhood, and community. The traditional banner draped from the palace balcony signaled his arrival to the eager townspeople. This visit follows a demanding schedule for the Pope, including yesterday’s apostolic journey to Lampedusa and today’s Angelus prayer in St. Peter’s Square. According to a statement from the Prefecture of the Pontifical Household, the Pope traveled to the Lazio region town this afternoon, where he will remain for a period of rest until Monday, July 27 . A Joyful Moment of Encounter From his summer residence, the Pope expressed deep gratitude for the local community's vibrant welcome. The town had been eage...