Pope Leo XIV will address the Spanish Parliament, known as the Cortes Generales, on June 8 during his upcoming visit to Spain. This event marks an important step in strengthening diplomatic relations between Spain and the Vatican.
Although previous popes such as Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI visited Spain in the past, this will be the first time a pope addresses a joint session of the Spanish Parliament. The session will include members of the Congress and Senate, and only the Pope and the President of the Congress, Francina Armengol, will speak during the meeting.
The Pope’s visit to Spain is scheduled from June 6 to June 12 and will include several religious and diplomatic activities. Church leaders in Spain have welcomed the visit and described it as a moment of joy and hope for the country and the Catholic community.
During the trip, the Pope will also take part in the inauguration of the tower dedicated to Jesus Christ at the famous Sagrada Família basilica, one of the most well-known churches in the world.
Another important part of the visit will be his trip to the Canary Islands, where he plans to meet people and understand the challenges faced by migrants arriving in the region.
The visit is expected to strengthen ties between the Vatican, the Spanish Church, and Spanish society.
