Pope Leo XIV will lead Catholic Church
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Live updates and latest news as the first North American pope steps into his role as the new leader of the Catholic Church.
Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and took over the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first pope from the United States in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church.
Pope Leo XIV called for peaceful communication and thanked journalists worldwide for sharing stories illuminating truth, humanity, and hope.
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The motto of one newly elected American world leader: " Fight! " The other introduced himself to the world with his first public word as pope: “ Peace." The contrast between President Donald Trump and Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV couldn't be more stark — politically,
On the day he was elected the 266th successor to St. Peter, Pope Leo XIV pledged to strengthen the Catholic Church’s dialogue and cooperation with the Jewish people.
Pope Leo also celebrated Mother’s Day as jubilee bands and thousands of pilgrims created a festive atmosphere in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday.
Pope Leo XIV revealed that his papal name was partially inspired by the looming challenges of a world increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence.