Pope Leo to lead first mass in Sistine Chapel after paying surprise visit
Friday, 9 May 2025 () Pope Leo will lead his first holy mass as pontiff this morning - after already paying a surprise visit to see staff at his former residence.
'Peace be with you all,' says Pope Leo XIV in first public address since conclave election
Prevost is the first US citizen to hold the position of head of the Roman Catholic Church and in the run-up to the conclave, was not considered a frontrunner to be elected pontiff.
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In an unprecedented moment, U.S. Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the first American pope. White smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel at 6:08 PM, setting off bells and cheers across St. Peter’s Square. The 69-year-old has chosen the name Pope Leo XIV. The conclave reached a decision on its first full day of voting, marking a rare consensus among the 133 electors. The news has been met with global excitement and reverence. Prevost is praised as a "gentle, profound man of God" by peers and leaders alike.
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A historic moment unfolded in Vatican City as white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of a new pope. On only the first full day of voting, the 133 cardinal electors made their choice behind closed doors. As bells rang out across St. Peter's Square, thousands erupted in joy, awaiting the reveal of the next spiritual leader of 1.4 billion Catholics. The newly elected pontiff will soon be introduced from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, marking a new era after Pope Francis' 12-year reign.
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Crowd cheers as white smoke announces new pope at Vatican
White smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel, signalling the election of the 267th pope. Crowds in St Peter’s Square cheered, as they awaited the new pope to emerge.
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Friday, 9 May 2025 ()
Pope Leo will lead his first holy mass as pontiff this morning - after already paying a surprise visit to see staff at his former residence.
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![ON CAMERA: President Donald Trump Reacts to Historic Election of First American Pope, Robert Prevost [Video]](https://video.newsserve.net/300/v/20250509/1410280338-ON-CAMERA-President-Donald-Trump-Reacts-to-Historic.jpg)
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