Pope commemorates 9/11 attacks with prayers for peace and for those who died

1. Sept. 11, 2001
   Terrorist attacks occur in the United States while Robert Prevost is in Rome attending an Augustinian assembly
2. Sept. 14, 2001
   Prevost is elected superior of the entire Augustinian order, on his birthday
3. Sept. 21, 2001
   Prevost delivers his first homily as superior, reflecting on the Sept. 11 attacks
4. until 2012
   Prevost serves two consecutive terms as Augustinian superior
5. Sunday (25th anniversary)
   Pope Leo XIV marks the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 with prayers during his Sunday noon blessing

“Two days ago marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in the United States of America. I renew my prayers for those who lost their lives and for those who continue to bear the wounds of that tragic day.”