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Pope Leo XIV reveals papal name is response to world’s digital revolution, artificial intelligence
Pope Leo XIV says he chose his papal name as a nod to the Catholic Church‘s last Leo, who stood as a source of stability and ...
Leo XIV Outlines a Path for a Modern Church That Follows Francis’ Steps
The new pope said he would be guided by a key document that his predecessor wrote listing the church’s priorities, including ...
Why this Peruvian town is celebrating Pope Leo XIV as one of their own: Reporter's notebook
Pope Leo XIV might be "gringo" by birth but ask the people from Chiclayo, Peru, and the man is decidedly Peruvian.
How Pope Leo XIV’s childhood church fell into disrepair — and what may lie ahead
Many sites associated with past popes have become museums or holy destinations for the faithful. But Pope Leo XIV’s childhood ...
Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass as details emerge of how votes coalesced in secret conclave
Details have begun to emerge of how votes swiftly coalesced to make Pope Leo XIV history’s first American pope.
Pope Leo XIV Faces Financial Headache as New Catholic Church Leader
Pope Leo XIV, the first person from the United States to lead the Catholic Church, is taking on a financial headache in his ...
In new remarks, Pope Leo XIV says he wants to uphold Francis' 'precious legacy'
Pope Leo XIV held his first meeting with cardinals since his May 8 election and offered a glimpse into his vision for the Church.
Pope Leo XIV's New Orleans Creole lineage has city buzzing with excitement
While Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago, Illinois, records show that his family lineage has deep roots in Louisiana.