Pope - Wikipedia
The current pope is Leo XIV, who was elected on 8 May 2025 on the second day of the 2025 papal conclave. [6] While his office is called the papacy, the jurisdiction of the episcopal see is called the …
Leo XIV is the new Pope - Vatican News
May 8, 2025 · "Peace be with all of you!" - the first words of Pope Leo XIV. The Conclave has elected Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Bishop of Rome. ...
What to Know About Pope Leo XIV, the First American Pope
May 8, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV, who was born Robert Prevost, is the first U.S. citizen to lead the Roman Catholic Church. Learn about his family, education, and more.
Leo XIV | Pope, Background, Family, Name, Nationality ...
Dec 25, 2025 · Leo XIV (born September 14, 1955, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.) is the pope, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. He was elected to the papacy on May 8, 2025, succeeding Pope Francis …
Pope Leo XIV calls cardinals to Vatican for key meetings in ...
Dec 20, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV has summoned the world’s cardinals for meetings to help him govern the church, marking the unofficial start of his pontificate.
Vatican's 2025: Year brings new pope, renewed focus on unity ...
Dec 26, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV greets fourth grader Augie Wilk, who was elected "Pope Augustine" in a mock conclave at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy in Chicago, during the pope’s weekly general …
Pope Leo Surprises St. Peter’s Crowd Before Christmas Eve ...
Dec 25, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV greeted the soggy faithful in St. Peter’s Square in both English and Italian and apologized that there wasn’t enough room in the basilica for them all.
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Peter's Pence Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network Christmas 2025 News Calendar 28 - 12 - 2025 Angelus 27 - 12 - 2025 Message of the Holy Father, signed by the Cardinal Secretary of State, to …
Who is the new pope? Everything to know about Pope Leo XIV
May 8, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV became the leader of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025, becoming the first pope to ever have been born in the United States. Here’s what you need to know.
What to know about Pope Leo XIV and his background : NPR
May 9, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV was born and raised in Chicago. He is of French, Italian and Spanish descent. He spent years working as a missionary in Peru.