Pontiff notes importance of Swiss Guard oath
October 07, 2025
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CWN Editor's Note: In brief remarks at the Swiss Guard’s swearing-in ceremony on October 4, Pope Leo XIV spoke of the importance of the members’ oath.
“To all of you who have taken this oath: it is a very important testimony in today’s world,” Pope Leo said at the conclusion of the ceremony. “It makes us understand the importance of discipline, of sacrifice, of living the faith in a way that truly speaks to all young people of the value of giving one’s life, of serving and thinking of others. I thank you on my behalf and on behalf of the whole Holy See for your service.”
A day earlier, on October 3, Pope Leo delivered a lengthier address to the members of the Swiss Guard in which he thanked them for their service.
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