Pope Leo XIV Celebrates First Sunday Mass, Parishioners React at St. Patrick's Cathedral

First Sunday Mass and Papal Address

• ⛪ Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Sunday Mass in St. Peter's Square, drawing thousands of faithful.
• 🕊️ During his noon appeal, the Pope called for peace in Ukraine, a ceasefire in Gaza, and the release of hostages.
• 🌍 The mass was attended by people from all around the world, with celebrations following his first mass at 4:00 a.m. EST.

Parishioner Reactions in New York

• 🇺🇸 Parishioners at St. Patrick's Cathedral in Midtown Manhattan shared their reactions to the new pope.
• 🤩 One parishioner, Jennifer Sabigan, expressed pride in having the first American pope, noting it's a history-making week.
• ✨ Visitors from the Philippines highlighted the significance of this new era for Pope Leo XIV.

Upcoming Events for the New Pope

• 📰 Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to hold his first press conference tomorrow to address the media.
• 📺 CBS News New York will provide continuing coverage of Pope Leo's first week, with background information available on their website.