Pope Leo XIV Begins Pontificate with Focus on Peace and Social Justice
- Pope Leo XIV began his pontificate with a Mass in the Sistine Chapel on May 9, 2025, emphasizing the need for peace and social justice during his homily to the cardinals present.
- In his speech, Pope Leo highlighted the importance of faith, stating, "A lack of faith is often tragically accompanied by the loss of meaning in life."
- Pope Leo XIV aims to combine tradition with inclusivity, recalling the legacy of social justice from his predecessor, stating the Church must bear witness to faith despite societal challenges.
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Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass as pope
VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV, history’s first U.S.-born pontiff, said Friday that his election was both a cross to bear and a blessing as he celebrated his first Mass as the head of the Catholic Church.
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It was the first homily delivered by Pope Leo XIV, the first American to serve as leader of the Catholic Church. It was a clarion call not just to the 1.39 billion Catholic faithful around the world—almost 17 percent of the world’s total population. And nearly 20 percent of America’s total population, too, with followers of all races, ethnic backgrounds and ages. It was also a call to Christians around the world, nearly 2.6 billion and growing—e…
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