Bless Pope Leo XIV with wisdom like fire,
a heart fierce with mercy,
and a spine forged in Your truth.
Crown him not with comfort but with courage.
Let his roar awaken the sleeping,
scatter the wolves,
and gather the faithful remnant
from the four winds.
May his hands lift the chalice
with reverence and resolve.
May his feet tread paths
where few dare walk.
And may the gates of hell
shudder at his coming.
In the name of the Father,
and of the Son,
and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen