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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost selected as first US pope. What we know about Pope Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been named the first American pope, selected Thursday by 133 cardinals from across the ...
Prevost brothers celebrate in US their younger sibling’s ascension to pope
Both brothers were thrilled for their youngest sibling. They believe he will be a wonderful pope and are cheering for his ...
Is Pope Leo XIV a Cubs fan? Robert Prevost's brother denies team's claim, says he roots for White Sox
On Thursday afternoon -- running with a claim by an ABC News reporter -- the Chicago Cubs boasted that Pope Leo XIV was a fan ...
Hyde Park theological school celebrates alumnus Robert Prevost being elected next pope: 'He exudes holiness'
Robert Francis Prevost attended the Catholic Theological Union from 1977 until 1982, when he graduated with a master's of ...
Pope Leo's brothers travel to Rome for a reunion after his historic election
Just days after making history as the first American Pope, Illinois native Pope Leo XIV is preparing for a reunion with his ...
Pope Leo Visits Pope Francis' Tomb and Marian Shrine on First Trip Outside Vatican
Pope Leo XIV took his first trip outside the Vatican on Saturday, heading about an hour's drive east of Rome for a visit to a ...
Pope Leo appeals for no more war in first Sunday address
Pope Leo XIV appealed for "no more war" in a message to world powers during his first Sunday address at the Vatican.
Pope Leo XIV live updates: New pope addresses faithful at Vatican
The temporary chimney atop the Sistine Chapel released a plume of white smoke on Thursday evening local time, signaling that ...