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Cardinal Robert Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV, Breaking New Ground as the First American Pope

Lisa Miller by Lisa Miller
May 8, 2025
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Cardinal Robert Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV, Breaking New Ground as the First American Pope
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Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. His election, announced on Thursday, May 8th, marks a historic moment as he becomes the first American pontiff in the Church’s long history.

Born in Chicago on September 14th, 1955, Prevost holds both American and Peruvian citizenship. He began his religious journey as a missionary in Peru and later ascended through various ranks within the Church. In 2024, Pope Francis elevated him to the College of Cardinals. Before his election, Prevost had also been serving as the Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops and President of the Pontifical Commission for Latin America.

The announcement was made from St. Peter’s Square, where white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the successful election. Cardinal Dominique François Joseph Mamberti, the dean of the College of Cardinals, revealed the result to the gathered crowd. “Habemus Papam,” he proclaimed, introducing Prevost as Pope Leo XIV.

Prevost’s election comes at a time when the Catholic Church faces numerous challenges. These include the ongoing sexual abuse crisis, the push for reforms within the Vatican, and divisions between traditionalists and progressives. As the first pope from the Americas, many anticipate that his papacy could signal a shift in the Church’s approach to global issues, particularly in Latin America and North America. His background in both missionary work and administrative roles within the Vatican suggests that he may focus on social justice, pastoral care, and bridging the gap between various factions within the Church.

The new pope inherits a Church needing financial reforms as the Vatican continues to grapple with budget deficits and scandals. In his first address from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of unity, compassion, and transparency within the Church.

Tags: Cardinal Robert PrevostFirst American PopeGlobal IssuesPapal ElectionPope Leo XIVReligious LeadershipRoman Catholic ChurchVatican

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