Pope Leo XIV News: Leads First Ash Wednesday Mass with Traditional Vatican Procession | Rome Church

Pope Leo XIV presides over a procession from Sant'Anselmo Church to Santa Sabina, where he leads his first Ash Wednesday Mass. The solemn ceremony marks the beginning of the Lenten season in the Catholic Church. After the penitential procession on the Aventine Hill, the Holy Father leads Mass at Santa Sabina, including the blessing and imposition of ashes — a symbol of repentance and spiritual renewal. The annual tradition draws clergy, religious orders, and faithful from around the world, formally opening the Church’s 40-day journey toward Easter. #vaticannews #popeleoxiv #ashwednesday2025 #popeleoxiv #lent2026 #SantaSabina #vaticanlive #RomeProcession #catholicchurch For more videos, subscribe to our channel