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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Pittsburgh bishop celebrates Pope Leo XIV with mass in Oakland
Hundreds filled the pews in Oakland at Saint Paul Cathedral to watch Bishop David Zubik give his 'Mass of Thanksgiving' for Pope Leo the 14th. Monday night, Bishop David Zubik said mass to a packed house of Pittsburgh Catholics and others who have excitement and hope about the new Pope. Ann Betters from the North Side said, 'That he is a missionary that he is looking out for the entire world and he is talking about service.' Jessica Lynch from Aspinwall said, 'Even more than the Catholic faith, just generally there's definitely a buzz and it's very exciting to have someone who grew up like a lot of us did, being a regular kid in America.' Born and raised in Chicago, Pope Leo also has ties to Pennsylvania. He graduated from Villanova University before becoming a priest. Later, he spent more than 20 years in Peru. Fred Egler of the Strip District said, 'He's a combination of being born in America but also has a lot of international experience he was a Bishop in Peru for many years he was the head of a large religious order so he traveled all over the world and then he spent time in Rome so it's unique combination.' The Bishop says Pope Leo's influence is already being felt across the church. Bishop David Zubik said 'I think he's begun to already give us the message that we need to work for peace together I think he's also made a lot of references that we've really gotta take a look at people who we've placed on the fringes of society and work to make them feel very much a part of the church.' Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
CBS News
08-05-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Pittsburgh-area leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV, noting ties to Pennsylvania
Several Pittsburgh-area leaders are congratulating Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost, who was elected as the first pope ever from the United States. As he prepares to lead the world's 1.4 billion Catholics and succeed Pope Francis, 69-year-old Prevost chose Leo XIV as his papal name. He has ties to Pennsylvania, graduating from Villanova, near Philadelphia, with a bachelor's degree in mathematics in 1977. Bishop David Zubik welcomes news of Pope Leo XIV's election Diocese of Pittsburgh Bishop David Zubik said he's joining Catholics in "prayerful celebration" following the announcement of the new pope. "With joy and gratitude, I welcome the news of Pope Leo XIV's election," Zubik said in a statement. "We pray for him as he begins his ministry as the Holy Father. May he be a source of Christ's love, mercy, and unity for the Church and for the world." Zubik plans to hold a Mass of Thanksgiving at Saint Paul Cathedral in Oakland on Monday, May 12 at 7 p.m. In the meantime, he's inviting the faithful to pray for Pope Leo XIV. Leaders congratulate new pope Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro posted well wishes to Pope Leo XIV on social media, acknowledging his "roots" in the state. "May your papacy be marked by strength, courage, compassion, and humility as you lead the Catholic Church forward," Shapiro said. Pennsylvania Sen. Dave McCormick also noted the new pope's connection to the state, writing on social media, "May God bless and guide him and Catholics around the world." Ken Gormley, the president of Duquesne, a Catholic university in Pittsburgh, said Prevost's election "should be reassuring to Catholics worldwide." "The first American-born Cardinal to become Pope – at a time when the United States faces challenges in conveying a positive image around the world – is a historic nod to this nation's importance in the global community," Gormley said. Gormley said Prevost "clearly earned Pope Francis's vote of confidence." "For that reason, the new era that begins today with the election of Pope Leo is likely to mark the strengthening and expansion of Pope Francis's pastoral and humanistic approach to the role of supreme pontiff, expanding the reach of the Church and embracing all individuals, including those who have been marginalized. For that reason, this is an outcome that Pope Francis would almost certainly view with quiet approval."
CBS News
20-04-2025
- General
- CBS News
Worshipers gather in Allegheny Commons Park West for Easter Sunday sunrise service
Here in Pittsburgh for Eater Sunday, morning mass was held at Saint Alexis Church in Wexford, and on Sunday afternoon, Bishop David Zubik of the Pittsburgh Catholic Diocese concluded the holy weekend with a family blessing at Saint Paul Cathedral. Meanwhile, people gathered to watch the sun rise to celebrate Christ's resurrection in Allegheny Commons Park West. It was part of the Northside Easter sunrise service by Lake Elizabeth in the park for what is a significant day for Christians here and around the world. They celebrated the resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his crucifixion. Today's service was fitting as those gathered to celebrate the resurrection, as the sun came up at the park on Easter Sunday. Of course, many will also head to church today to celebrate the holiday with family and loved ones. The Easter blessing of families with Bishop Zubik will take place at St. Paul Cathedral, the mother church of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, this afternoon from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Also, on this Easter Sunday, Pope Francis gave the traditional blessing from the Vatican. It's the highest-profile appearance since he was discharged from the hospital weeks ago.
