Pope Leo XIV's First Spanish Catechism: A Message of Hope

Vatican City – In a significant address, Pope Leo XIV delivered his first catechism in Spanish on May 22, 2025. The event, just one month after the passing of Pope Francis, drew a large and enthusiastic audience both in person and online. The Pope's message focused on the theme of hope, drawing upon the parable of the sower. "The parable of the sower," Pope Leo XIV explained, "animates us to reflect on our readiness to embrace God's word in our lives." The video of the address, uploaded by the Spanish news outlet EL ESPAÑOL 🦁, quickly went viral, accumulating tens of thousands of views and numerous likes and shares. This event marks a new chapter for the Catholic Church, with Pope Leo XIV's commitment to communicating with a global audience in multiple languages.