Pope Leo XIV Begins Pontificate with Focus on Peace and Social Justice
- Pope Leo XIV, the first North American pope, celebrated his first Mass on May 9, 2025, in the Sistine Chapel with the cardinals who elected him.
- Leo, formerly Robert Prevost, emphasized social justice and is committed to making the Catholic Church more inclusive.
- U.S. President Donald Trump remarked on the honor of having an American pope and expressed happiness at Leo's election.
- Leo highlighted the need for unity and inclusivity in the church, addressing social concerns during his papacy.
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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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