Prayer for Our New Holy Father Pope Leo

Heavenly Father,
You have guided Your Church through the ages by the power of the Holy Spirit.
We thank You for the gift of our new Holy Father.
Bless him with strength, wisdom, and courage as he shepherds Your people.
May he lead with the heart of Christ, humble and bold,
always seeking Your will and serving with love.
Surround him with Your grace, protect him from all harm,
and grant him peace in his mission as the Vicar of Christ on earth.
May his leadership draw all people closer to You,
and may Your Church grow in unity, holiness, and faith.

We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

With deep sorrow, we join the Universal Church in mourning the death of our Holy Father, Pope Francis. We give thanks for his service to the Church and pray for the repose of his soul. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him