Pope Leo XIV’s "close association with Pope Francis, history of charitable efforts for the poor and marginalized," and other qualities "perhaps focused the light of Christ upon him for his brother Cardinals to see."
“It is with deep joy and gratitude to God that I join the faithful around the world in celebrating the election of our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. We give thanks not only for his election as the Bishop of Rome but also for his generous and faithful response to the Lord’s call to serve the Church in this profound way.”
Cardinal Robert F. Prevost, the Chicago-born prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops under Pope Francis, was elected the 267th pope on May 8 and took the name Pope Leo XIV.
He is the first North American to be elected pope and, before the conclave, was the U.S. cardinal most mentioned as a potential successor of St. Peter.
Archbishop Weisenburger will celebrate a Mass marking the election of Pope Leo XIV on Saturday, May 10 at 5 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Most Blessed Sacrament, 9844 Woodward, Detroit 48202. All are welcome to attend.
