The current pope is Leo XIV, who was elected on 8 May 2025 on the second day of the 2025 papal conclave. [6] While his office is called the papacy, the jurisdiction of the episcopal see is called the …

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Pope Leo XIV has closed the Vatican’s 2025 Holy Year, denouncing consumerism and anti-foreigner sentiment.

Jan 14, 2026 · Early signs from Pope Leo XIV’s first consistory suggest continuity with Francis’ vision, paired with a different approach to governance.

Jan 9, 2026 · The pope is regarded as the successor of St. Peter and has supreme power of jurisdiction over the Roman Catholic Church in matters of faith and morals, as well as in church discipline and …

Jan 8, 2026 · Pope Leo XIV, the Catholic Church's first ever American leader, appears to signal a more inclusive leadership style than his predecessor.

Jan 15, 2026 · Pope Leo XIV’s speech last week outlining his vision of international relations made a deep impression on some of the diplomats accredited to the Holy See who attended the Jan. 9 …

May 10, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV will meet with reporters at the Vatican on Monday morning, an appearance that will bring his most extended remarks since his election and potentially offer a …

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