A New Holy Father has Been Elected!
The world needs Christ’s light. Humanity needs Him to be the bridge so that God and His love can reach us. - Pope Leo XIV
What a special day! We are thrilled to share in this momentous event in the life of our Church—Robert F. Prevost has been elected pope. Thanks be to God! He has selected the name Pope Leo XIV, and has become the first American to hold this sacred office.
This is a truly historic moment for the Catholic Church and especially meaningful for the Catholic community here in the United States. Pope Leo XIV brings with him a deep faith, a strong pastoral heart, and a global perspective rooted in service and compassion. This moment certainly made for a special day here at St. Francis of the Lakes Catholic School, as the announcement took place while school was in session, allowing our students and staff to participate together in the anticipation and celebration of this event.
Let us join together in prayer for Pope Leo XIV as he begins his papacy. May the Holy Spirit guide him with wisdom and courage as he leads our Church into the future.