Habemus Papam! We have a Pope!

8th May 2025

The Cardinals gathered in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel have elected Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the 267th Pope, who took the name Pope Leo XIV.

Prayer for Pope Leo XIV

Faithful God, You guide us on the path of life and your goodness is our constant companion.

Be with our new Shepherd, Pope Leo XIV, in his service of the Church.

Fill him with the power of your Spirit, the peace of your presence and the compassion of Christ.

May he walk with you,

in wisdom and humility,

and lead us, together with all God’s people, to embody your love for the world.

Amen.

We wish him well!