Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago became the first American pope, choosing the name Leo XIV.
The historic decision was announced on 8 May 2025 when the College of Cardinals selected him as the new pope. The Sistine Chapel emitted white smoke at 6:08 p.m. Rome time, followed by the chime of the Vatican bells.
- Known as “Bob” to friends,
- Prevost is described as reserved and prayerful.
- He is an alumnus of Villanova, a basketball enthusiast, and was a mentor to Rev. Robert Hagan.
This remarkable election marks a new chapter in the Catholic Church’s 2,000-year history.
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Lucem News Editor’s Opinion: I guess even the College of Cardinals figured out the Vatican needed a leadership reboot—so they went with an American. Did the Catholic Church just go MAGA ?
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