May 9, 2025
Saloni Jha
Say hello to history, Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, becomes the first US-born pope ever! From Chicago¡¯s heart to the Vatican¡¯s highest office¡ªthis is one for the books.
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With thousands cheering in St. Peter¡¯s Square, Pope Leo XIV stepped onto the balcony and greeted the world with: ¡°Peace be with you all.¡± Talk about a grand entrance!
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In his first address, Leo XIV set the tone: a global call for peace and a touching tribute to Pope Francis. Calm, classy, and already carrying the weight of the world.
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Born in the US, beloved in Peru¡ªLeo XIV brings more than one passport to the papacy. His roots are global, and so is his mission.
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Before rocking the papal whites, he spent years serving in South America. Yep, the man has lived the gospel¡ªboots on ground, heart in service.
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Before taking the top job, Leo ran the Vatican¡¯s office for bishop appointments. So if your bishop got promoted recently¡ªguess who signed off?
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From presidents to prime ministers, the world is watching. Even Donald Trump called his election a ¡°great honour for the country.¡± Politics aside, it is a pretty big deal.
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Reform is the vibe. Leo XIV is expected to continue Pope Francis¡¯ progressive path¡ªbut with his own flavour. Think wisdom meets fresh perspective.
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