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Locri-Gerace bishop appointment

Entities: Catholic Church · Mons. Di Pietro · Basilica Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Mastro · Pope Leo XIV · Locri

Overview

On 25 July 2026, Monsignor Cesare Di Pietro was installed as the head of the Diocese of Locri‑Gerace in a solemn ceremony attended by clergy, civil officials, and military representatives. The Apostolic Nuncio presided, and local authorities highlighted the bishop’s doctrinal profile and pastoral sensitivity, emphasizing his role in addressing youth marginalisation and school dropout.

The following day, Bishop Di Pietro celebrated his inaugural Mass, delivering a homily on the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great value. Later that afternoon, Pope Leo XIV’s Angelus address echoed the same themes, reinforcing a coordinated focus on spiritual renewal within the Italian Catholic Church.

Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

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    Bishop Di Pietro's first Mass in Locri and Pope Leo XIV's Angelus, July 26, 2026

    Bishop Di Pietro held his first Mass in Locri on 26 July 2026, while Pope Leo XIV delivered an Angelus on the same day, both emphasizing the Gospel’s treasure and pearl parables.

  2. 1 day ago

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    Bishop Cesare Di Pietro installed as head of Locri-Gerace Diocese

    Cesare Di Pietro was installed as bishop of Locri‑Gerace on 25 July 2026, with the Apostolic Nuncio, civil leaders and local faithful present, and officials pledging joint efforts on youth and education issues.

Sources

cercoiltuovolto.it · citynow.it · diocesilocri.it · left.eu · ntacalabria.it