Pope Leo XIV Celebration at Rate Field (2026)

August 11 was a celebration of Chicago, Pope Leo XIV and baseball.

In this feature, Father Tom McCarthy reflects on the unforgettable night honoring Pope Leo XIV, as fans filled the ballpark with custom Pope hats, jerseys, signs of peace and a shared sense of joy.

Follow the story from the celebration at Rate Field to Rome, where Father Tom delivered a box of White Sox gifts to Pope Leo XIV, including a signed team ball and a custom-made miter created just for him.

From Pope hat-home run celebrations to more than 30,000 fans sharing the sign of peace, the night became a reminder of the power of sports to bring people together.

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