Rep. Courtney Statement on the Pope’s Inaugural Mass

May 18, 2025 Press Release VATICAN CITY – Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) issued the following statement after attending the inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV alongside a bipartisan Congressional Delegation . “The positive energy at St. Peter’s was overwhelming this morning. Pope Leo XIV made clear he will be a strong leader who is focused on a caring agenda. His choice of readings and his homily at his inaugural Mass were unambiguous – the church should be on the side of peace, healing people in need, and unity, and not division. Watching his emotional acceptance of the papal ring and vestments was a powerful image that he intends to make a positive difference as pope. What a welcome sight.” ###