Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass after historic election as Pope Francis' successor
Friday, 9 May 2025 () 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 267th pontiff. He succeeds Pope Francis. Leo wants to continue Francis' focus on social justice. He aims for a missionary church that builds bridges.
Who is Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, elected Pope Leo XIV?
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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