The sky hangs low and dense over Quarticciolo, an eastern suburb of Rome built between the 1930s and 1940s. The public housing estates, characterized by humidity and time, appear to obstruct the air. Then, at 3:49 PM, a presence breaks through the grayness: the Bishop of Rome's white automobile enters the courtyard of the Ascension Parish Church. When Leo XIV disembarks, his cassock lights up the landscape like a sudden burst of light. It is the first papal visit here in 46 years, since John Paul II's in 1980. Thousands of devoted individuals await beyond the barriers, surrounded by banners, improvised choruses, and outstretched hands. “It is right that everyone should have a home", reads one sign. "Let's go, Pope Leo", said another, earning direct affection from the neighbors. The Pope immediately speaks about peace. In a calm but concerned tone, he recalls the events in the Middle East, condemns the violence, and encourages us to choose good. When the children ask him why evil exists, he reminds them that love is stronger than evil. He addresses the catastrophe of Gaza, where thousands of children have been left without homes, schools, or family. He also confronts the neighborhood's problems, including drugs, violence, and daily struggle. "Always say no to what hurts and yes to what is good", he emphasizes, urging adults to be reliable witnesses for the children. The meeting continues with the elderly and sick, followed by the Pastoral Council. Leo XIV praises a "tough" community capable of putting the motto "Let's Build Community" into action through welcome and solidarity.