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Local Catholics, leaders praise ‘historic,’ ‘significant’ election of Leo XIV, the first American
Leaders called the decision from the conclave “a powerful moment for the Catholic Church — and for American Catholics.” ...
Taiwan congratulates Pope Leo, says hopes for deeper ties
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te has sent his congratulations to Pope Leo on his appointment, saying Taiwan hopes to continue ...
What’s in a Name? In the Case of Leo XIV, Lessons in Bridging Historical Shifts
Pope Leo XIII, who served from 1878 to 1903, led the church into the modern world, emphasizing its moral authority beyond ...
Who is Robert Prevost, the new Pope Leo XIV?
Robert Prevost, 69, will be the 267th occupant of the throne of St Peter and he will be known as Leo XIV. He will be the ...
"Everything dope, including the pope, comes from Chicago!": Celebrations abound for Pope Leo XIV
The election of Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, as the new pontiff has delighted Catholics and ...
Pope Leo XIV, the First American Pontiff, Took a Global Route to the Top Post
Robert Francis Prevost, who led the Vatican office that selects and manages bishops around the world, has spent much of his ...
Newly named Pope Leo XIV has Creole roots in New Orleans, genealogist says
Robert Francis Prevost, the Chicago-born cardinal selected Thursday as the next pope, is partially descended from Creole ...
New pope chooses Leo as his papal name. Here's what to know.
Cardinal Robert Prevost has been announced as the new pontiff and has chosen the name Pope Leo XIV. There are no written ...