The first American pope arrives at the papal summer retreat to work on his encyclical, with suggestions it should avoid politics and focus on religious liberty and vocations.

Pope Leo XIV signaled commitment to continuing the fight against clergy sexual abuse by appointing France’s Bishop Thibault Verny to head the ...

Pope Leo XIV is a member of the Order of Saint Augustine, the oldest monastic order, and as Prior General of the order, he ...

Born in the USA: blessings and curses come with first American pope Leo XIV, a native of Chicago, can use his American upbringing to enhance significantly his papal ministry, but he must be careful to ...

In Pope Leo's early days, he has woven together an emphasis on synodality and social teaching with faithfulness to doctrine and truth.

When Pope Leo XIV stepped out onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica and offered the world his first words, “Peace be with you,” there was something unmistakable about his presence.

US Embassy in Rome Honors First American-Born Pope While Celebrating US-Vatican Diplomatic Milestone In 1984, President Ronald Reagan and Pope John Paul II established full diplomatic ties.

Pope Leo XIV is still keeping his cards close to his cassock, but people who have observed him over the years are helping ...

Robert Prevost's friends, former classmates, fellow Augustinians, and brother on how a kid from Chicago became Pope Leo XIV ...

The Vatican diplomat described the new pope’s diverse family tree as “quintessentially American.” For many Americans gathered at Villa Richardson, the symbolism of Leo XIV’s election was ...

As much of world celebrated the 80th anniversary of V-E Day on May 8, white smoke emanated from the Sistine Chapel, marking another momentous occasion: The Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost was ...

Pope Francis honored women's contributions to the life of the church. I trust Pope Leo XIV to do the same.