Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Catholic Church, greeted thousands from St. Peter's Basilica, saying "Peace be with you." Aged 69 and originally from Chicago, Prevost spent most of ...

Pope Leo XIV made his first outing since his election, on Saturday afternoon, traveling to a sanctuary south of Rome that is dedicated to the Madonna ...

Scholars analyze how Pope Leo XIV may lead ahead of his first public mass. Story by Megan Clarke • 12h. Listening and watching --- the world has its sights on Pope Leo XIV.

Full text of the first public homily of Pope Leo XIV, given at a Mass for the College of Cardinals in the Sistine Chapel May 9, 2025. I begin with a word in English, and the rest is in Italian ...

Pope Leo XIV appears at the central balcony of St. Peter's Basilica for his first Sunday blessing after his election, in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, Sunday May 11, 2025.

Pope Leo XIV held his first public audience with members of the media on May 12, saying the church stood in solidarity with them for "seeking the truth" and calling for imprisoned journalists ...

In his first public appearance, the newly elected Pope Leo XIV sent a message of continuity not only with his immediate successor, Pope Francis, but also with other popes, too. Appearing on the ...

In his first public remarks, Pope Leo XIV called for unity. "We have to be a church that works together to build bridges and to keep our arms open, like this very piazza, welcoming," he said.

The Vatican said that Pope Leo XIV will celebrate Mass on Friday at the Sistine Chapel with the cardinals who voted for him. On Sunday, he will recite the Regina Coeli at St. Peter’s Basilica.

Tune in to "The American Pope: Leo XIV," a special edition of "20/20," on Friday night at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT on ABC, and streaming later on Hulu and Disney+. The new pope has spoken about global ...

The Catholic Church has a new pope.. American Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected the 267th pontiff. He has chosen the name Leo XIV, a senior cardinal deacon announced.

Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine, ceasefire in Gaza in first Sunday address 01:30. Pope Leo XIV called free speech and the press a "precious gift" as he asked for the release of imprisoned ...