Surprising pope election: Bonn dean praises Leo XIV as a bridge builder
<p> <strong> Surprising pope election: Bonn dean praises Leo XIV as a bridge builder </strong> </p>
New Pope Leo XIV.: Church Bonn gives first assessment
The choice of Pope Leo XIV, the former cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, has caused excitement and joy worldwide. Many, including Monsignor Markus Hofmann, the Supreme Catholics in Bonn, had not expected this decision. The surprise about the election is clearly noticeable because the new Pope was previously largely unknown.
Bonn city dean comments on the election
City Dechant Hofmann commented on the choice with the words that it was a "very big surprise". At the same time, he was positive about the new Pope and emphasized his sympathetic impression and emotional speech. The eventful reactions of Pope Leo XIV. At his first public presentation, signal the depth of his responsibility and the importance of this appointment for him personally.
a message of peace
In a first public message, Hofmann emphasized that the new Pope with his greeting "Peace is with all of you!" sends a clear, global message. These words should serve as the basis to build bridges and strengthen the community of believers. Hofmann sees the ability to communicate with various social and cultural groups in the international experiences of the new Pope, both in North and South America.
expectations from the region
From the Rhein-Erft district, there are also high expectations of Pope Leo XIV. District Dephant Achim Brennecke emphasizes that a Pope should act as a bridge builder in order to orchest the tension between conservative and progressive. This ability is considered essential to promote the unit within the Catholic Church.
The reactions from Bonn and the surrounding area indicate that both expectations and hopes are put in the new Pontifex. Pope Leo XIV is faced with the challenge of creating an inclusive and harmonious atmosphere under the various currents in faith, which focuses on cooperation and communication.
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