on the occasion of his 71st birthday, which is being celebrated this Monday, September 14, and conveyed to him the affection, closeness, and prayers of Peru's Catholic faithful.
Through a message shared on its official channels, the religious institution said that from Peru they wanted to get ahead of the date to send the Holy Father warm birthday wishes and accompany him spiritually on this celebration.
The CEP thanked God for the life of His Holiness, for his service to the Catholic Church, and for the mission he carries out as Peter's successor, leading millions of faithful around the world.
"Happy birthday, Pope Leo XIV! Peru awaits you with joy, affection, and prayers," the CEP said in its message.
Preparations for his visit to Peru
The message also marks the opening of an official space dedicated to supporting preparations for the Holy Father's upcoming visit to Peru.
According to the CEP, this will be a space where the faithful can walk together, remain united, and prepare with open hearts to welcome Pope Leo XIV during his eagerly anticipated visit to the South American country.
Special birthday video
As part of this tribute, the CEP produced and shared a special video dedicated to the Holy Father's 71st birthday.
The audiovisual material serves as a message of congratulations and spiritual support through which Peru's Catholic community expresses its respect, closeness, and affection for the Supreme Pontiff.
With this message, the Catholic Church in Peru joins the celebrations marking the Pope's birthday.
It also reaffirms its anticipation of the Holy Father's upcoming arrival in the country, where he will be welcomed with expressions of joy, affection, and prayer.
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