Pope Admits He Mixes Up Saints’ Names (Version 1)

During a morning homily, Pope Leo XIV referred to St. Cecilia, patron of musicians, as “St. Socrates,” prompting giggles throughout St. Peter’s Square. Embarrassed but unbowed, he quipped, “I admire Socrates too—just not for hymn writing.” Vatican aides raced to update briefing notes, but worshippers saw in his gaffe a lesson in humility. Liturgists note an uptick in congregants double-checking missals, while catechists now include “Name-Your-Saint” games in Sunday school. The pope’s slip reminds all that memory falters, but faith endures.