La Guli Pastry in Astoria has launched a "Pope Leo Cookie" honoring Cardinal Robert Prevost, the first American pope, elected as Pope Leo XIV. Known for celebrating papal events with themed treats, the bakery previously made cookies for Pope Francis. Maria Notaro, its owner, expresses pride in the first American pope, seeing this as a significant and positive change for the Catholic Church. Notaro mentions plans to send cookies to Pope Leo XIV, reflecting a supportive community spirit amidst a historical moment for U.S. Catholics.
I never thought it would happen in my lifetime. This is an exciting time not only for Catholics but for the world to see the white smoke and know that there is a new leader of the Catholic Church, especially an American.
This cookie signals a positive gesture for a new era for the worldwide Catholic Church.
During the conclave we were receiving calls asking if we would have a new cookie ready. We just think this is a highly positive moment and La Guli Pastry sends our best wishes and prayers to Pope Leo XIV on his new journey.
After being inspired by Pope Francis's visit, I made a batch of cookies for inmates on Rikers Island.
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