Diocese of Rome begins beatification inquiry for Don Luigi Di Liegro

The Diocese of Rome has initiated the formal process to investigate the life, virtues, and reputation for holiness of Don Luigi Di Liegro, the former Director of Caritas Diocesana of Rome from 1980 until his death in 1997.

Following the announcement by Pope Leo XIV regarding the necessary steps for a diocesan inquiry, a memorial Mass was held at the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano. The ceremony, presided over by Cardinal Baldassare Reina, marked the 29th anniversary of Di Liegro's death and included the reading of the official edict to begin the collection of documentation for his potential beatification.

During the homily, Cardinal Reina emphasized Di Liegro's legacy, stating that his genius lay in identifying charity as the “backbone of the Church.” The proceedings were organized by the Diocese of Rome in collaboration with the Liegro Foundation, Caritas, and other community organizations.