Pope Benedict XVI will visit to Mexico for the first time Friday . There 's hope for a renewal of affection in the new generation . First visit to Spanish - speaking Latin America in his seven - year pontificate . Barely a week before visit , a Mexican exhibit opens to honor Pope John Paul II .
Pope Benedict XVI will visit to Mexico for the first time Friday . First visit to Spanish - speaking Latin America in his seven - year pontificate . Barely a week before visit , a Mexican exhibit opens to honor Pope John Paul II .