Pope Leo XIV

Diocese of Plymouth welcomes new Pope

Thursday, May 8th, 2025 @ 8:02 pm

The diocese of Plymouth welcomes the election of Pope Leo XIV

‘Habemus Papam!’- ‘We have a Pope!’

What a joyful evening. God has blessed us with a new shepherd to guide His Church, Pope Leo XIV. This is a moment of pure joy and hope for all of us in the Diocese of Plymouth, in England and Wales, and indeed across the world. Thanks be to God for this great gift.

The election of a Pope is always a significant moment for the Catholic Church, so I invite you to support Pope Leo XIV in his new ministry of service as we join in prayer for him;

May the Lord protect him and grant him length of days. Amen.
May the Lord be his shield and deliver him from all harm. Amen.
May the Lord give him happiness and peace all the days of his life. Amen.”

Canon Paul Cummins, Diocesan Administrator 

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