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.
Message of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV for the 12th World Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking Letter of the Holy Father for the Celebration of the 25th Winter Olympic Games
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Feb 10, 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.
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4 days ago · Pope invites Catholics to 'disarm' language and build kindness, respect for Lent In his first message for Lent, Pope Leo XIV asked the faithful to "cultivate kindness and respect in our families,.
Apr 21, 2025 · Read the latest news on Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from the United States. Get live updates, reports, analysis and more on Reuters.
May 9, 2025 · Pope Leo XIV was born and raised in Chicago. He is of French, Italian and Spanish descent. He spent years working as a missionary in Peru.
Pope Francis, Latin America’s first pontiff, died at age 88 after a cerebral stroke. Francis stressed humility over hubris for a Catholic Church beset with scandal.
Apr 21, 2025 · The pope's death comes one day after Francis, 88, greeted Easter Sunday crowds in his popemobile. He had battled a respiratory infection for weeks.
