Pope Leo XIV attended the swearing-in ceremony for new members of the Swiss Guard Oct. 4 – the first time a pope has attended the ceremony in 57 years. The last time was in 1968 with St. Paul VI.
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Pope Encourages Swiss Guard to Foster Friendships, Avoid Isolation
Meeting members of the Swiss Guard, including 34 new recruits, Pope Francis thanked them for their dedication and generous service protecting the pope every day.
Pope Tells New Swiss Guards They Represent a Church That Welcomes
Meeting new recruits to the Swiss Guard, Pope Francis thanked the young men for having chosen to serve the successor of St. Peter and he thanked all the guards for their diligence and service.
Vatican Workers Who Meet Public Tested for COVID-19 Antibodies
Vatican employees and workers who have contact with the public are being tested for the antibodies for COVID-19, said the new director of the Vatican department of health and hygiene.
Shrinking Swiss Guards Implored By Pope To Embrace Diversity
For at least the past six centuries, there’s always been a spirit of “We Few, We Proud,” about the Swiss Guards, the small but elite military force, with their signature multi-colored uniforms and timeless halberds, responsible for the personal security of the pope.