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Tears, prayers in St. Peter's Square as Augustinian from Chicago is installed as Pope Leo XIV
It’s just remarkable to see someone I know as the pope,” said the Rev. Joe Roccasalva, an Augustinian priest who grew up in ...
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Pope Leo XIV draws praise on handling sex abuse — and some complicated allegations
Abuse watchdog groups have expressed concern, but Leo has been lauded by other survivors for his handling of abuse.
Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass is filled with symbolism. Here’s what you need to know
Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass at St. Peter’s Square is an ancient ritual filled with symbolism that connects back to Peter, ...
Pope Leo XIV’s Inaugural Mass Draws World Leaders and Catholic Faithful
Around 6 a.m., thousands of people began to file into St. Peter’s Square for Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass. Thousands of volunteers from the Red Cross and other groups took positions in the streets ...
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Leo XIV: US math graduate elected first American pope in Catholic Church history
Robert Prevost, a missionary and bishop with deep ties to Peru, has been elected the first American pope, taking the name Leo ...
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All Eyes on Sunday: Leo XIV’s First Words May Cast His Image on Church’s Future
COMMENTARY: Papal initiation homilies have long served as moments of clarity, not only inaugurating a pontificate but ...