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Pope Leo XIV’s unexpected New Orleans Creole background excites city’s large Catholic community
When Father Tony Ricard watched the new pope deliver his first address to the faithful Thursday in St. Peter’s Square, he ...
Robert Prevost: Where is Pope Leo XIV from? Nationality, background, age
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is the first American pope in history. Here's his nationality, background, age and more.
Sunny Hostin changes tune on Pope Leo XIV after learning of Haitian roots, declares 'we have a Black pope'
The View" co-host Sunny Hostin expressed her excitement for Pope Leo XIV after discovering his maternal grandparents were ...
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Pope Leo XIV’s roots reach back to New Orleans…and they’re Black
Long before Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago in 1955 ... It’s unclear if Pope Leo himself has embraced or even ...
People are demanding answers over Pope Leo XIV's coat of arms design
According to Vatican News, Pope Leo XIV's coat of arms is intended to reflect his Augustinian roots and the values he seeks ...
New Pope Leo XIV’s math background sparks viral holy memes online; ‘In the name of sin, cos…’
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago has been elected Pope Leo XIV, marking the first American to hold the position.
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Blacks celebrate Pope Leo XIV's Creole lineage from New Orleans
The new leader of the Catholic Church has a distinction that goes beyond being the first pope from the United States. Records ...
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Inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV Raises Hopes for Immigration Reform in Arizona
Arizona's immigration advocates are hopeful that Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope with a history in Peru, will positively influence Arizona's immigration policies.
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How Leo XIV’s Rarely-Seen Thesis Sheds Light on His Vision for the Church
COMMENTARY: Long before his election, Pope Leo XIV was reflecting on authority, obedience and communion. His 1987 doctoral ...