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Virginians, other leaders welcome Pope Leo XIV

  • Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago was elected Pope Leo XIV, the 267th pope and the first American pope, on a historic day for the Catholic Church and the United States.
  • The election followed the traditional conclave process and was announced by the cardinal protodeacon, prompting joyful astonishment and widespread congratulations from Catholic leaders and public officials.
  • Catholic leaders from Virginia and elsewhere expressed appreciation and encouragement for ongoing prayers and sacrifices, while expressing hope that Pope Leo XIV would build upon Pope Francis’ commitment to renewal, ethical leadership, and compassion for those in need.
  • Public figures including Senator Tim Kaine, Representatives Gerry Connolly and Jen Kiggans, and Governor candidates Abigail Spanberger and Winsome Earle-Sears acknowledged the election as a moment of great joy and possibility, urging prayers and blessings for Pope Leo XIV.
  • The election implies a meaningful shift with an American pope leading the Catholic Church globally, inspiring unity, spiritual guidance, and service across faiths while marking a proud milestone for the United States and the Church worldwide.
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FWRD AXIS broke the news in on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
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