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Pope Leo XIV to Attend Vatican 'Concert With the Poor' for First Time on Saturday

He framed the initiative as an encounter with Christ in the marginalized, emphasizing expanded inclusion and sustainability.

Overview

  • The sixth edition is scheduled for December 6 at 17:30 in the Paul VI Hall, following a Vatican press conference on Friday.
  • Monsignor Marco Frisina announced the Pope’s first public attendance at the concert in the hall as a clear pastoral sign.
  • Michael Bublé and Serena Autieri will perform alongside the Choir of the Diocese of Rome and the Nova Opera Orchestra.
  • More than 3,000 people in need are invited as guests of honour and will receive a hot dinner at the end of the event.
  • Sustainability measures with AzzeroCO₂ include emissions tracking and certified offsets, tree planting and a symbolic cypress gift, supported by the Nova Opera Foundation, the Dicastery for the Service of Charity and partners.