Pope Leo XIV holds his first general audience in St. Peter’s Square on Wednesday, issuing an appeal for Gaza, which he calls ...

A mother and daughter from ... but he did say a few words.” The pope’s greeting to the crowd was “Happy Palm Sunday and happy Holy Week,” she recalled. The pope greeted a few people, either waving or ...

When the white smoke appeared atop the Sistine Chapel, the world had no idea the new leader of the Catholic church (robed in white) was a White Sox fan.

“I'm happy to lead the Anglican delegation to the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV. It is a privilege, but also a blessing to be ...

Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass at St. Peter’s Square is an ancient ritual filled with symbolism that connects back to Peter, ...

While it is not yet fully known what our new Holy Father Pope Leo XIV’s favorite devotions are, some good indications of a ...

Dolton Mayor Jason House said there’s a possibility of taking public ownership of Pope Leon XIV’s home for museum or public ...

After Chicago native Pope Leo XIV made history as the first American elected pontiff, the Rev. Homero Sánchez sent him a quick text saying, “Congratulations Holy Pope.” ...

Pope Leo XIV closed his first public blessing as pontiff with a Hail Mary, after invoking the feast day of Our Lady of Pompei ...

In the wake of Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost becoming Pope Leo XIV — on an Augustinian feast day no less — OSA ...

In his public appearance as pope, Leo called himself an Augustinian, putting an unusual spotlight on his religious order.