Ashley Diaz, a Catholic theology student from Atlanta, and her siblings didn’t expect much when they brought a crocheted Peep to a papal audience in Rome. When Pope Leo XIV noticed the gift — and accepted it — the moment quickly became unforgettable. Weeks later, a video of the encounter went viral, drawing attention to a small but joyful exchange rooted in faith, humor and connection.
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A Vatican moment that surprised one Catholic family — and the internet
