Leo XIV celebrates first Mass as pope

Politics of the Pope: Where Does the First American Pontiff Stand? - Liberty Nation News

By James Fite Robert Francis Prevost – now Leo XIV – is the 267th pope, but he’s the first from the United States (also the first Augustinian) and only the second from the Western Hemisphere. That fact alone makes his selection a historic first and indicates at least some level of change in the Church. But how far […]

Pope Leo XIV to address faithful with St Peter's prayer

VATICAN CITY - Pope Leo XIV will lead the Regina Coeli prayer from the balcony of St Peter's Basilica on Sunday, in his second official public appearance since becoming the leader of the Catholic Church.

Pope Leo XIV | The bridge-building pontiff

The first U.S. pope now faces the monumental task of transcending his national origin to unify a divided Church and navigate a complex world

Leo XIV celebrates first Mass as pope

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV, history's first U.S.-born pontiff, said Friday that his election was both a cross to bear and a blessing as he celebrated his first Mass as the head of the Catholic Church.

Normally, after the conclave, strict secrecy prevails in the Vatican. However, in the election of Pope Leo XIV, first details are given to our editorial staff.

Cardinal Blase Cupich reflects on papal conclave, selection of Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV

Cardinal Blase Cupich, the Archbishop of Chicago, spoke with ABC7 Friday to reflect on his first papal conclave and the selection of Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV.