Pope - Wikipedia
The pope [a] is the bishop of Rome and the visible head [b] of the worldwide Catholic Church. He is also known as the supreme pontiff, [c] Roman pontiff, [d] or sovereign pontiff. From the 8th …
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Robert Francis Prevost, Now Leo XIV, Is First American Pope
May 9, 2025 · Cardinal Prevost was elected pontiff on the second day of the conclave, becoming the leader of 1.4 billion Roman Catholics. He greeted his new followers by saying, “Peace be …
What to know about Pope Leo XIV and his background : NPR
May 9, 2025 · Leo is the first-ever U.S.-born pope to lead the church and the first pope from the Augustinian order. On Thursday, the new pope appeared on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica …
Who is the new pope? Everything to know about Pope Leo XIV
May 8, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, became the 267th leader of the Catholic Church on Thursday and the second Pope from the Americas.
Robert Prevost elected as first American pope and takes the name …
May 8, 2025 · Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has made history. The newly elected pontiff, now known as Pope Leo XIV, is the first pope from the United States, and the new leader of the …
Popes of the Catholic Church | USCCB
Pope Leo XIV. On May 8, 2025, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, OSA, 69, Prefect Emeritus of the Dicastery for Bishops was elected in the conclave to become the first pope from the United …
Pope | Catholicism, Definition, Title, List of Popes, & Facts
6 days ago · Pope is the title given to the bishop of Rome, who is the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. The title dates to about the 9th century CE. The pope is regarded as the …
In 1st address to US, Pope Leo sends message of hope from …
3 days ago · Pope Leo XIV delivers a video message during a public celebration hosted by the Chicago White Sox and the Archdiocese of Chicago for the election of Pope Leo XIV, featuring …
Pope Leo XIV - Wikipedia
Pope Leo XIV [a] (born Robert Francis Prevost, [b] [c] September 14, 1955) has been head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State since May 2025. He is the first pope …