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Pope Leo XIV is known as ‘Father Bob’ among fellow Augustinians. Who are they?
A new photo of Leo XIV stands by frescoes representing past papal visits to a Virgin Mary icon in the Sanctuary of Our Mother ...
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The meaning of Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration Mass and taking possession of St. John Lateran
The Mass for the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate will mark the official beginning of his ministry as successor of ...
Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration Mass: What to know about the official start of the Chicago native’s papacy
Global dignitaries and faith leaders from around the world will gather in Vatican City on Sunday as Pope Leo XIV presides ...
Long Drives and Short Homilies: How Father Bob Became Pope Leo
A résumé of deep religious education, frontline pastoral experience, parish management and Vatican governance — along with a ...
Pope Leo affirms marriage between man and woman, but some Chicago Catholics hope for LGBTQ outreach
Some Catholics in Chicago still hope the new pope will signal greater acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community — with time.
Pope Leo XIV affirms family is based on union between a man and a woman, unborn has inherent dignity
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV affirmed Friday that the family is founded on the “stable union between a man and a woman,” ...
Dolton Mayor Jason House won’t rule out public purchase of Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home
Dolton Mayor Jason House said there’s a possibility of taking public ownership of Pope Leon XIV’s home for museum or public ...
A new pope confronts his church’s abuse scandal amid praise and scrutiny
Survivors say Pope Leo must commit to transparency in investigations of priests accused of sexual abuse. His record on doing ...