When Pope Leo XIV will celebrate his inaugural Mass in St. Peter’s Square and what else to look for next week
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Habemus papam! Leo XIV, the first U.S. pope, is elected, and we love him.
Our team was in St. Peter’s Square for the historic election, and we’re here with first reactions and some important details about the life and ministry of Pope Leo XIV.
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Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s first ‘urbi et orbi’ blessing
The “urbi et orbi” blessing given by Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, after his election May 8, 2025.
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‘It was a message’: How the crowds in St. Peter’s reacted to Pope Leo XIV
“For us, as Hispanics who are suffering in the United States, it gives us great hope to believe that this next pope will be like Francis and stand with immigrants.”
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Peru rejoices for their former bishop: Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV is a dual citizen of the United States and Peru, where he first served as a missionary and then as an archbishop. That made him the first pope from each country.
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Robert Francis Prevost elected first American pope
Cardinal Robert Prevost, O.S.A. has chosen to be known by Leo XIV.
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Prepare to be surprised by the next pope
It’s hard to describe the mood in Vatican City right now. There is great expectation and excitement but also a sense of unease.
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There’s only one thing left for Catholics to do: Pray for the conclave.
Do we really trust the Holy Spirit to guide the election of a pope? What does that trust feel like? Zac, Ashley, Sebastian and JD talk about praying through and for the conclave.
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Conclave Day 2: When (and how) to watch for white smoke
What time will we see black or white smoke? How can I watch the chimney for white or black smoke?
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Black smoke: Conclave fails to elect pope on first vote
As expected, the 133 cardinals who entered the Sistine Chapel May 7 failed to elect the next pope on their first ballot.