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Voice of Lay Catholics Is Likely to Be Heard in Leo XIV’s Church
When still a cardinal, the new pope led discussions on key issues facing the church during which “every voice had equal value ...
How the new Pope Leo XIV’s childhood church in Chicago fell into disrepair — and what may lie ahead
Many sites associated with past popes’ lives have become museums or holy destinations for the faithful. But Pope Leo XIV’s ...
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 heads the Catholic church from Vatican City — where a secret tennis court awaits
The new head of the Catholic church is a tennis fan. Within the walls of Vatican City, he will find his own court to play on.
Leo XIV, becomes first North American to lead the Catholic Church
But “I can now say it,” John Prevost, one of two brothers of Pope Leo XIV, said in an interview Thursday with ABC News.
Pope Leo XIV’s very relatable first phone call with brother caught on camera: ‘Why don’t you answer your phone?’
Pope Leo XIV’s first phone call with his brother after he was elected the first American pontiff was caught live by a ...
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New Pope Leo XIV, known as the 'saint of the north' in Peru for closeness to poor
In his first words as Pope Francis’ successor, uttered from the loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica, Leo said, “Peace be with you, ...
Pope Leo XIV draws criticism, praise for record on clergy sexual abuse
Pope Leo XIV is facing criticism from survivors over his record on clergy sexual abuse while he served in Chicago and Peru.