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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 ...
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.
World Leaders React as American Robert Francis Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV
P olitical figures around the world have congratulated Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, after his election ...
Pope Leo XIV says AI is a main challenge for humanity, echoing Francis
Pope Leo XIV laid out the vision of his papacy Saturday, identifying artificial intelligence as one of the most critical ...
'Leo will follow Francis.' Amazon Catholics hope the new pope will protect the rain forest
The bishop sat quietly near the front row, hands folded, listening as Indigenous leaders and church workers spoke about the ...
Pope Leo XIV celebrates first mass of his papacy in Vatican's Sistine Chapel
Pope Leo XIV held the first mass of his papacy Friday morning in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel with the cardinals who elected ...
Pope Leo XIV's Creole Heritage Highlights Complex History of Racism and the Church in America
The election of Pope Leo XIV, who is the first U.S. pope and has Creole roots, is raising more awareness about the complexity ...