francis - Search News

News

Robert Francis Prevost, Pope Leo XIV

Who is Pope Leo XIV? Examining Robert Francis Prevost's background

Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was appointed by Pope Francis in 2023. Leo is the first American pope in history and was born in Chicago.

U.S. News & World Report · 1h

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, Leo XIV, Elected as First American Pope

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago was elected Thursday as the first American pope. Here’s what to know about him and his new papal name, Leo XIV.

Reuters on MSN · 1h

Prevost, first U.S. pope, supported Francis and shunned spotlight

Robert Prevost, the choice of the world's Catholic cardinals to serve as leader of the 1.4-billion-member Church, is the first pope from the United States and a relative unknown on the global stage.

Francis, Papal conclave and pope john xii

Newsweek on MSN · 5h

Francis II? What Papal Name Might the Next Pope Pick?

Whether it is Francis II, Leo XIV, or a never-before-used name, a new pope's chosen name sends an early signal about his priorities and vision for the Church.

The New York Times · 4h

What to Know About the Conclave to Choose Pope Francis’ Successor

Francis’ successor will be selected by cardinals at the conclave that began on May 7. Cardinals, known as the “princes of the church,” rank just below the pope in the Roman Catholic Church; together, they are known as the College of Cardinals. When a pope dies, the college chooses a successor.

USA TODAY on MSN · 2h

Honor Pope Francis' legacy, papal history with tribute book from USA TODAY

A Tribute to the First Latin American Pontiff,” a new book from USA TODAY, honors the memories of Pope Francis’ transformative papacy.

1h

Searches for 'JD Vance killed Pope Francis' soared. Why the meme went viral

"JD Vance kill pope" and "JD Vance killed Pope Francis" were breakout Google search trends following the pope's death.

3hon MSN

White smoke rises from Vatican as cardinals agree on Pope Francis’ successor

White smoke has risen above the Sistine Chapel, the signal that cardinals have chosen a new pope on the second day of the ...

2hon MSN

New Pope Elected: Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Emerges Victorious From Conclave After White Smoke Billows From Sistine Chapel

Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was chosen as the 267th Pope elected by 133 cardinals locked inside the Sistine ...

8hon MSN

Before Pope Francis died, this is where he directed his remaining money to go

Before he died, Pope Francis gave away the last of his personal savings to a cause he deeply cared about: bringing hope to ...

1d

Who will be the next pope? Here's a list of some possible candidates to succeed Pope Francis.

Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible ...

2don MSN

Who are contenders to succeed Pope Francis? A look at the leading candidates.

Here’s a look at some of the leading papal contenders, with the proviso that favorites don’t typically end up getting the nod ...

Results that may be inaccessible to you are currently showing.

Hide inaccessible results