Sint-Pietersbasiliek Prays for Election of New Pope
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May 7, 2025 12:14
vatican city - Believers gather in a full Sint-Pietersbasiliek to pray for the election of a new pope, seeking guidance from the Holy Spirit for a leader to navigate the complexities of the current era.
Sint-Pietersbasiliek Prays for Election of New Pope
In a solemn gathering at the Sint-Pietersbasiliek, worshippers unite in prayer for the selection of a new pope. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re emphasized the importance of love in transforming the world.
Seeking a Leader for Modern Challenges
Cardinal Re expressed the need for a pope who can uphold fundamental human and spiritual values in today's technologically advanced yet spiritually disconnected society.
The election process is seen as more than a mere succession but a symbolic return of the apostle Peter. The Dutch deacon Alex van den Hende played a significant role in the service, reciting from the Gospel of John.