In his homily, Schlert recalled a description of the Catholic Church attributed to Irish writer James Joyce: “Here comes everybody.”
Schlert said the line came to mind Thursday as he watched televised images of the crowds flocking to St. Peter’s Square to see the introduction of the new pontiff.
“What amazed me was the sight of so many young people who were there, who were so exuberant with affection for a man they didn’t even know yet,” he said.
Leo’s first words — “Peace be with you” — were a poignant reminder that he is taking control of the church at a time when the world is distinctly not at peace, Schlert said.
The bishop said the faithful should pray for Leo “to see how he is led to teach us, to be a man of community, to be a man of humility … To speak clearly and know what the people of God need to hear.”
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