Overview

• Pope Leo XIV delivered his first public address from the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica, greeting the faithful with 'Peace be with all of you.'
• He invoked Pope Francis’s Easter blessing, declaring 'evil will not prevail' and urging unity and trust in God.
• The new pope identified himself as an Augustinian, quoting Saint Augustine to highlight his commitment to humility and service.
• He emphasized the importance of a missionary and synodal Church, calling for dialogue, charity, and outreach to those in need.
• The address concluded with a prayer to Our Lady of Pompeii, seeking Mary’s intercession for the Church and global peace.