Swiss Guard recruits are sworn in
On Saturday 4th October
27 new Swiss Guard recruits are sworn in.
Each of the recruits placed their hand on the Swiss Guards’ flag and swore the following oath:
“I swear to serve faithfully, loyally, and honorably the Supreme Pontiff Leo XIV and his legitimate successors, and to dedicate myself to them with all my strength, even sacrificing my life if necessary for their defense. I also assume these obligations toward the College of Cardinals during the time of a vacant See. I furthermore promise respect, loyalty, and obedience to the Commander and my other superiors. I swear it. So help me God and our Holy Patrons.”
27 new Swiss Guard recruits are sworn in.
Each of the recruits placed their hand on the Swiss Guards’ flag and swore the following oath:
“I swear to serve faithfully, loyally, and honorably the Supreme Pontiff Leo XIV and his legitimate successors, and to dedicate myself to them with all my strength, even sacrificing my life if necessary for their defense. I also assume these obligations toward the College of Cardinals during the time of a vacant See. I furthermore promise respect, loyalty, and obedience to the Commander and my other superiors. I swear it. So help me God and our Holy Patrons.”
Highlights
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Swiss Guard Swearing-in Ceremony, with Pope Leo XIV in attendance full video.
