*Pope Leo XIV Celebrates Scientific Wonder Through Cosmic Discovery* Pope Leo XIV welcomed participants of the Vatican Observatory's Summer School, lauding their exploration of the cosmos using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). He marveled at how ancient scriptural imagination has now evolved into cutting-edge scientific observation, praising the JWST's ability to unveil the universe's beauty, from exoplanets to distant galaxies. The Pope called this era an “exciting time to be an astronomer,” acknowledging the telescope’s role in deepening human understanding of creation. He emphasized gratitude for the broader community—scientists, engineers, and families—whose support fuels scientific pursuits. Pope Leo urged the scholars to share both their knowledge and the wonder it inspires, underscoring their responsibility to benefit all humanity. Drawing on Saint Augustine, he invited them to see divine harmony in the universe’s design. The Pope concluded that through shared joy and the pursuit of knowledge, scientists can help shape a more peaceful and just world.