In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago has been elected the new Pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. This marks the first time in history that a Pope hails from the United States of America.
The announcement was made following the papal conclave held in Vatican City. Pope Leo XIV succeeds Pope Francis and will now serve as the spiritual leader of over 1.3 billion Catholics worldwide.
Cardinal Prevost, a respected figure in the global Church, brings decades of pastoral and administrative experience to the role. His election signals a significant moment for the American Catholic community and the broader Church.
