09/05/2025
H A B E M U S P A P A M !
A new chapter begins: Pope Leo XIV steps forward as the shepherd of a global Church — a voice of faith, hope, and unity for our time.
Orantibus animis excipimus Papam Leonem XIV, Vicarium Christi — humilem servum ad Ecclesiam ducendam in veritate, caritate et fortitudine electum.
Prayer for Pope Leo XIV
O Lord, Shepherd of Your people,
we thank You for blessing the Church with Pope Leo XIV.
Chosen by Your providence,
may he lead with the heart of a servant and the soul of a saint.
Grant Pope Leo XIV wisdom to discern Your will,
strength to carry the cross of leadership,
and compassion to embrace all Your children,
especially the poor, the lost, and the suffering.
May his voice echo the truth of the Gospel,
his hands build bridges of peace,
and his example draw all hearts closer to You.
Guard him with Your angels,
guide him with Your Spirit,
and bless his papacy with grace and fruitfulness.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Holy Mary, Mother of the Church — pray for him.
Saint Peter — pray for him.
Saint Leo the Great — pray for him.
