The Non-Subscribing Presbyterian Church of Ireland extends warm blessings and good wishes to our friends in the Roman Catholic Church — here in Northern Ireland, across the island of Ireland, throughout the UK, and across the world — on the election of Pope Leo XIV.

 

We give thanks for this new beginning and pray for wisdom and grace as Pope Leo takes up his new role. May his leadership be marked by peace, compassion, and a deep care for justice — continuing in the spirit of love and humility so clearly shown by Pope Francis.

 

As Christians together, we are called to a shared mission: to walk in the way of Christ, serving others, seeking peace, and showing mercy in all we do. In that spirit, may we continue to build friendship, understanding, and hope.

 

“Let all that you do be done in love.”

1 Corinthians 16:14