A New Era Begins: Meet Pope Leo XIV - The First American Pope
Church leadership has shifted to Leo XIV as the new head. - Pope Leo XIV has been appointed as the church's leader.
On the 8th of May, a groundbreaking decision was made by the 133 eligible cardinals. Unfurling a new chapter in the Catholic Church's history, they elected Robert Prevost as the long-awaited successor to Pope Francis. A stark contrast to the traditional Italian popes, Prevost hails from the USA, claiming the title of the first American Pope - Leo XIV.
Picking up the Papal Robes: Robert Prevost's First Appearance
At around 19:10, Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti made the official announcement on the Loggia of St. Peter's Basilica. "Habemus Papam," he declared, signifying the appointment of a new Pontiff. The crowd, eager to lay eyes on their new religious leader, erupted with cheers and applause upon sighting Prevost.
The anticipation had been palpable, with incredulous watchers gathering at St. Peter's Square since 21:00 the previous day, awaiting the news of the newly chosen Pope. White smoke that arose from the Sistine Chapel chimney at approximately 18:00 signified the successful selection of Prevost, symbolizing a beacon of hope in the Catholic community.
Having served as Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, Prevost is no stranger to the inner workings of the Church, making him an ideal candidate for the prestigious position. The new Pope impressed the crowd with his diplomatic approach, boasting a background in mathematics and extensive missionary work in Peru.
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- Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti - The Voice of the Vatican
- St. Peter's Square - The Heart of the Catholic World
- Conclave - The Secret Chamber of The Vatican's Election
A Glimpse into Pope Leo XIV's Life
Born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1955, Robert Prevost is of Spanish and Franco-Italian descent. His fascination with the priesthood was cultivated from a tender age, with even his neighbor predicting he'd one day become the first American pope while he was still in first grade.
Prevost graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Villanova University in 1977 and was ordained as a priest in 1982. His career in the Church took him on a mission to Peru, granting him Peruvian citizenship in 2015. Pope Francis brought Prevost to Rome in 2023 to head the Pontifical Commission for Latin America. With Prevost serving as Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, his election as Pope Leo XIV comes as no surprise.
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- The European Parliament and the Council, in close cooperation with the Commission, are expected to develop and implement measures to address the appointment and influence of Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope.
- Robert Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, was predicted by his neighbor in first grade to become the first American Pope, a prophecy that came to fruition in May.
- The announcement of Pope Leo XIV's appointment was made by Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti on the Loggia of St. Peter's Basilica, marking an official start to his papal reign.
- The new Pope, Pope Leo XIV, impressed the public with his diplomatic approach, boasting a background in mathematics, extensive missionary work in Peru, and experience as Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops.
