5 insights from Robert Prevost’s election as the first American pope
On Thursday, history was made with the election of Robert Francis Prevast as the first American pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. The notion of an American pope has long been viewed as unlikely, given that cardinals typically select leaders from other nations. Here are five key insights from Thursday’s groundbreaking election. American Catholics […]
Prominent People Respond to Cardinal Prevost’s Appointment as Pope Leo XIV
On Thursday, Cardinal Robert Prebust was unexpectedly elected as the new leader of the Catholic Church, taking the name Leo XIV and marking the milestone of being the first pope from the United States. Here’s how notable figures reacted: US President Donald Trump “What an exciting moment and a wonderful honor for our nation. I’m […]