Cardinal Dolan Discusses Election of Pope Leo XIV and Vatican Voting Process

Election of Pope Leo XIV

• 🇻🇦 Cardinals from the United States, including Cardinal Dolan and Cardinal Joseph Tobin, briefed reporters on the historic election of Pope Leo XIV.
• 💡 The election process involved significant dialogue during meals and coffee breaks, with cardinals engaging in smaller groups.
• 🎯 The cardinals emphasized that they elected a successor, not a replacement, seeking someone who follows the path of Pope Francis but is not a "photocopy."

Pope Leo XIV's First Mass and English Homily

• ⛪ Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first mass at the Sistine Chapel since his election, delivering his homily in perfect English.
• 🗣️ He acknowledged the responsibility of his new role, stating, "Through the ministry of Peter, you have called me to carry that cross and to be blessed with that mission."

Cardinal Dolan's Perspective

• 🧐 Cardinal Timothy Dolan shared that while Pope Leo XIV was on his list of potential candidates, he wasn't necessarily on the "short list."
• 🙏 Dolan expressed his admiration for the new Pope and thanked him for accepting such an immense responsibility.
• ⏳ He advised giving the new Pope time to reveal his personality, as he is less than 24 hours old in his role.

New Pope's Schedule

• 🗓️ Pope Leo XIV's schedule is rapidly filling up, including his first Sunday noon blessing in St. Peter Square, which will be open to the public.