US EditionAn 'extremely joyful day' for US Catholics as Leo XIV becomes first pope from US
- Pope Leo XIV became the first U.S.-born pope, assuming the papacy on May 26, 2025, and was warmly welcomed in Chicago and globally.
- His election followed a papacy marked by Francis' policies, including debates over Communion for pro-abortion Catholic politicians like Biden and Pelosi, and uncertain church unity.
- Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, is known for emphasizing unity and bridge-building, with hopes he will continue Francis’ outreach to marginalized groups while upholding Catholic doctrines.
- Leaders noted he likely will reaffirm Francis’ priorities on immigration and climate change, but some tensions with conservative U.S. Bishops may remain, as reflected in differing views on doctrinal issues.
- The new pope's election sparked diverse reactions, with prayers for unity, continued dialogue on reproductive and ministry roles for women, and cautious optimism about his leadership in a new era.
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From the Community | Pope Leo XIV offers the best of 'American Catholicism'
I was in my office in Old Union when I heard that the new Pope was an American. Within minutes, a Peruvian undergrad messaged me, “NEW POPE IS AMERICAN AND PERUVIAN!!!!!” Over the next few days, I heard objections to the characterization that he is the “first American Pope,” almost always accompanied by the insistence that Leo’s Argentine predecessor was the “first Pontiff from the Americas.” Pope Leo XIV holds passports from both his native Uni…
'Pray for the new pope Americano': Italians warm to Chicago-born Pope Leo as merch hits Rome streets
ROME — Earlier this week, a poster of Pope Leo XIV appeared in the window of Bible SPA, a small shop along the ancient Borgo Santo Spiritu that sells natural beauty products inspired by Bible verses a few yards from St. Peter’s Square.The poster, created with the help of artificial intelligence (don’t tell the new Holy Father, who is not a fan of AI), is an image of Leo in his papal whites, smiling with his lips closed and looking directly into …
By electing Pope Leo XIV, some see Vatican making very American political play - The Presbyterian Outlook
‘The election of an American Pope, the first American Pope … there’s a signal here that the church is taking a side in what’s happening around the globe,' said Steven Millies, a professor at Catholic Theological Union. The post By electing Pope Leo XIV, some see Vatican making very American political play appeared first on The Presbyterian Outlook.
Locals on tour in Rome when new pope was elected say it was an 'incredible' experience
Father Nelson Cintra, center, with Jerry Mariner, left, and Shannon Rood. They recently returned from a trip to the Vatican and saw the election of a new pope. Watch highlights of their tour in the video above. | Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com IDAHO FALLS – Less than a week after returning from a pilgrimage to the Vatican, Jerry Mariner and Shannon Rood are still in awe that they were able to witness the election of a new pope. The Idaho Falls r…
Salesian Missions welcomes Pope Leo XIV, first American-born Pope
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins the Salesian Congregation and Catholics around the globe to welcome the election of Pope Leo XIV — His Eminence,…
First American-Born Pope Draws Praise From Trump, Across Political Lines
By Fred Lucas, The Daily Signal | May 08, 2025 President Donald Trump and other political leaders from both sides congratulated the first American-born pope Thursday after the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who will lead under the name Pope Leo XIV. “Congratulations to Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who was just named Pope,” President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social. “It is such an honor to realize that he is the first Americ…
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