Pope Leo XIV's Inauguration Mass Announced

Pope Leo XIV will be officially inaugurated on May 18 with a formal Mass in St. Peter's Square. This follows his election as the new pope. His first general audience is scheduled for May 21.

Pope Leo XIV is set to be inaugurated with a formal Mass in St. Peter's Square on Sunday, May 18, according to a statement released by the Vatican on Friday.

The newly elected pope will not only celebrate this significant event but also conduct his first general audience on May 21.

This announcement marks the beginning of Pope Leo XIV's papacy, following his election on Thursday.

(With inputs from agencies.)