Habemus Papam! Join us in prayer for our Holy Father Pope Leo XIV as he begins his pontificate. Please see below for important news and resources during this historic time.
Note on Radio Coverage
You may occasionally notice changes to Mater Dei Radio’s on-air schedule. During this rapidly-developing situation, we may switch to news coverage from our national radio partners.
- Tuesday, May 13 until Thursday, May 15, EWTN will play special coverage at 10 am.
- The Mass for the Inauguration of Pope Leo XIV will be aired live from St. Peter’s Basilica on Sunday, May 18, from 12 am until 4 am.
From The Morning Blend
From St. Peter’s Square
See exciting footage from St. Peter’s Square of the moment the announcement was made that we have a new Holy Father! Thanks to Fr. Justin Echevarria, who is finishing his studies in Rome and often serves as our (unofficial) Vatican Correspondent, for sharing this with us! Check out our Instagram for more, listen to our interview with Fr. Justin in the playlist above.
News Links
- Vatican News Website: Pope Leo XIV
- Catholic News Agency Updates
- From the Archdiocese of Portland:
- From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops:
Prayers & Messages on the Death of Pope Francis
Together with the universal church, we invite you to pray for the soul of Pope Francis, and to remember the promise of Christ’s Resurrection during this Easter Season.
“Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.”
Hear a message from Portland Archbishop Alexander Sample. Share this message on Facebook, Instagram, or Youtube.
Portland Auxiliary Bishop Peter Smith shares his memories of Pope Francis and the legacy he leaves behind.
Fr. Randy Hoang, Assistant Director of Divine Worship for the Archdiocese of Portland, shares details of the current state of Sede Vacante, the funeral rite for the burial of Pope Francis, and the importance of prayer during this time.