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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nicole Winfield

Pope speaks about childhood and early mornings as an altar boy

Pope Leo XIV has, for the first time since becoming pontiff, offered a glimpse into his childhood, recalling his early days in Chicago.

He shared how, from the tender age of six, he would rise early to serve as an altar boy at the 6.30am Mass before heading to school.

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