American-born Pope Leo inspires hope in Great Falls

OTHER VIEWS: New pope gives many a reason for hope

Most of the 1.4 billion Roman Catholics around the world are celebrating the appointment of a new pontiff. For citizens of the United States, the ascension of Cardinal Robert Prevost to Pope Leo XIV is especially meaningful – and that's…

West Texas clergy & parishioners elated new Pope is American

SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — A wave of emotion as Pope Leo XIV stepped onto a balcony overlooking thousands in St. Peter's square, of those thousands was seminarian and Odessa native Noah Hernandez at the Vatican studying to become a priest. He watched as the elections took place, each vote black smoke signifying no consensus on who would be voted Pontif, until finally white smoke emerged from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel. "…

American-born Pope Leo inspires hope in Great Falls

GREAT FALLS, Mont. – Catholics in Great Falls gathered to celebrate a historic moment as Pope Leo XIV became the first American-born pontiff. The event was more than just a historical milestone; it was a beacon of hope for many…

Michael’s Miscellany: Leo the Great

Congratulations to all Catholics. Yesterday, your College of Cardinals elected a new pope. In honor of him taking the name Leo XIV, I thought this would be a good time to tell you some facts about the constellation Leo the Lion. Actually, to commemorate the new pope, 14 facts. I) Leo is a springtime constellation in the Northern Hemisphere.Continue reading "Michael’s Miscellany: Leo the Great" The post Michael’s Miscellany: Leo the Great appeare…