Who is Robert Prevost- First American elected to lead the Catholic Church as Pope
Thursday, 8 May 2025 Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, has been elected as the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church, succeeding Pope Francis. The 69-year-old, the first American to hold the position, addressed the crowd in Italian and Spanish, emphasising peace and dialogue. Prevost, an Augustinian with extensive experience in Peru and Vatican administration, brings a global perspective to the papacy.
Donald Trump called it a “Great Honor” as Robert Prevost became the first American pope, taking the name Leo XIV. The 69-year-old former Chicago bishop's election stunned the world and thrilled the U.S. But past tensions linger — Leo XIV previously criticized U.S. leaders, including Vice...
Newly elected Pope Leo XIV faces expectations to bridge divisions in the Catholic Church
The new supreme pontiff, elected less than a week ago, is expected by some to continue Pope Francis' legacy,..
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We cover the world news live today, and welcome back Edward Clancy form Aid to the Church in Need to talk Pope Leo and Gaza. Then we're joined again by Dr. Janet Smith to discuss what the..
Pope Leo XIV calls for the release of journalists jailed "for seeking and reporting the truth". The former Robert Francis Prevost, the first US pope, speaks at an introductory audience with the media..
Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV, the first North American pope. He celebrated his first Mass in the Sistine Chapel. Prevost, from Chicago, was chosen as the... IndiaTimes
Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope, held his inaugural Mass in Vatican City. He pledged to unite Catholic Church. The ceremony included traditional rituals... IndiaTimes
Villanova University is celebrating alumnus Cardinal Robert Prevost's election as Pope Leo XIV, marking the first time an American has held the position. The... IndiaTimes
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