Habemus Papam! It is with great joy that we Dominican Sisters ~ Grand Rapids celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first Pope from the United States of America. We are grateful for his YES to this call to serve the Church and the world at this time.
Pope Leo’s lifetime experiences as a missionary in Peru, parish pastor in Chicago, prior general of the Augustinian Order, and bishop have prepared him well for what lies ahead in the years of his pontificate.
~ Megan MeElroy, OP, Prioress
Dearest brothers and sisters, this is the first greeting of the Risen Christ, the good shepherd who gave his life for God’s flock. I too would like this greeting of peace to enter your heart, to reach your families, to all people, wherever they are, to all peoples, to the whole earth. Peace be with you!
Pope Leo VXI
This is the peace of the Risen Christ, an unarmed and disarming peace, humble and persevering. It comes from God, God who loves us all unconditionally. We still have in our ears that weak but always courageous voice of Pope Francis who blessed Rome!
Click on this link to read the full text of Pope Leo XIV’s first message.
