The Council of Catholic Patriarchs and Bishops of Lebanon extended its congratulations to the new pope, Leo XIV, elected on May 8, 2025, praising him as “a shepherd chosen to lead the Church in these times of challenge and hope.”
In a statement, Lebanon’s Catholic spiritual leaders, patriarchs, bishops and heads of religious orders expressed hope that he would continue the work of his predecessors, “proclaiming the Gospel, working for peace, defending human dignity, and promoting Christian unity and interreligious dialogue.”
The Catholic Churches of Lebanon also reaffirmed their commitment “to continue, under the guidance of the Vatican, the Church’s mission in Lebanon, the Middle East and the world.”
Meanwhile, the Catholic Information Center called on the media to officially adopt the title “Pope Leo XIV,” noting that it is the name chosen by the 267th successor of Saint Peter, elected to succeed Pope Francis.
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