Pope Leo XIV's first address: Full text
- On May 8, 2025, Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City's Sistine Chapel, becoming the 267th pontiff and first American pope.
- Prevost's election followed intense deliberations by 133 cardinals Wednesday night into Thursday, confirmed by white smoke just after 5pm.
- Prevost began his religious journey in St. Louis on September 1, 1977, joining the Order of St. Augustine, which emphasizes living in harmony and mission.
- During his first address from St. Peter's Basilica, Pope Leo XIV urged building bridges through dialogue, stating, "Peace be with all of you."
- The new pope blessed Rome and the world on Easter morning, pledging a Church that pursues peace, justice, charity, and closeness to those suffering.
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'Furious' BBC viewers spot issue with coverage of first speech from Pope
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, was elected as the 267th Pope on Thursday evening, with BBC viewers unimpressed with the station's coverage of his first speech
·Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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