Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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No. 36·The New York Times

Lots of Competition to Catholicism in Peru as Pope Returns for Visit

Pope Leo spent nearly two decades in Peru, rising to bishop and becoming a citizen. But many Peruvians have turned to evangelical churches, seeking a more expressive and direct connection to God.

Julie Turkewitz and Marco Garroabout 1 hour ago
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