Pope Leo XIV will conduct his first mass as leader while Catholics globally join in the celebration – live.

Opening Summary Welcome to the live coverage of Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration day. Today, he is set to conduct his first Mass as the leader of the Catholic Church. Robert Francis Prevost, the first pope born in the United States, will hold a private Mass with Cardinals at the Sistine Chapel on Friday at 11 […]
Before Pope Francis passed away, this is where he chose to allocate his remaining funds.

The late Pope Francis allocated his remaining funds to a youth rehabilitation initiative within a Roman prison as one of his last acts as leader of the Roman Catholic Church. Prior to his passing last month, Francis removed all funds from his personal bank account, directing the money to a pasta factory that employs both […]
What will the new Pope be like? He has chosen the name Leo, and that is significant.

What’s in a name? Well, for the new Pope, a lot. Earlier this evening, white smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel indicated that a new Pope was chosen to follow Francis. Cardinal Robert Prevost has taken the name Leo XIV. Traditionally, a Pope named Leo tends to prioritize reform, especially with a progressive Catholic agenda. […]
Pope Leo XIV participated in the Republican primaries and cast his vote in the 2024 presidential election.

Grand Old Popy. Pope Leo XIV has been quite the active participant in American politics, especially in the Republican primaries and the presidential elections recently, as indicated by various reports. Robert Prevost, who hails from Chicago, notably cast his votes in the Republican primary elections in 2012, 2014, and 2016. According to election records, Leo […]
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend describes Pope Leo XIV’s opening speech as a significant message for this moment.

Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, the niece of former President John F. Kennedy—who was the first Catholic president—reflected on Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural address. Townsend, who served as Maryland’s lieutenant governor, noted that his remarks resonated with ongoing struggles globally. “He is the Pope of Peace. He mentioned that we are all equal, special in the eyes […]
New pope has previously voiced criticism of the Trump administration online.

Cardinal Robert Prevast made history on Thursday by becoming the first American pope. He has often utilized social media to subtly critique the policies of the Trump administration, as seen in a recent review of his posts on X. Now known as Pope Leo XIV, he shared a column questioning Vice President Pence’s take on […]
Brother believes Pope Leo XIV will likely continue Francis’s legacy and advocate for the voiceless.

Pope Leo XIV, sibling of Robert Pre-Prost, stated that the newly elected clergy aim to continue the legacy of the late Pope Francis, focusing on those who often go unheard. John Pribble, one of Robert’s brothers, noted that Francis and Leo represent “two kinds” of leaders. He emphasized that his brothers are in search of […]
Cubs or White Sox? The real Chicago sports loyalty of Pope Leo XIV uncovered

One of the biggest curiosities was recently addressed when Chicago native Robert Prevast was elected Pope 267. The question on everyone’s mind? His baseball allegiance. It turns out he’s a White Sox fan. John Prevost, the brother of Pope Leo XIV, shared with local Chicago outlet WGN TV that despite circulating rumors, the new Pope […]
Chicago responds to local Pope Leo: ‘Like the Cubs winning the World Series’

As white smoke billowed from the Vatican, the yellow pope flag fluttered against the backdrop of Michigan’s crisp lakes near Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy, situated on Chicago’s north side. “Habemus Papam!” echoed through the cafeteria of the Catholic school on Thursday, signaling the announcement that Chicago’s Robert Prevost had been named Pope Leo […]
Anchors Make Fun of the Cubs After Announcement of Pope Leo XIV: ‘Familiar with Pain’

It seems that the initial American milestone regarding Peter’s chair wasn’t just a way to stop ABC’s Conclave anchor from making remarks about the new Pontife baseball team. On Thursday afternoon, white smoke signaled that the Cardinals had chosen a new Pope. Cardinal Robert Prebble, hailing from Chicago and now known as Leo XIII, has […]