Pope Leo XIV Overcame a Major Strike Against Him: Being American
Before he was chosen, Robert Francis Prevost had the papal seal of approval from his predecessor, Francis, who put him in one of the top jobs in the Roman Catholic Church.
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Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost’s Rise to Become Pope Leo XIV
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was born in Chicago and gradually rose through the ranks of the Roman Catholic Church.
Who is Pope Leo XIV? Facts About Robert Francis Prevost’s Upbringing, Education and More
Here’s what to know about the first American pope, including his personal history and stance on major issues.
The Moment Pope Leo XIV Emerged on the Balcony
Crowds gathered in St. Peter’s Square — and around the world — to see who had been elected as Pope Francis’ successor.
After White Smoke Signals a New Pope, What Happens Next?
A successor to Pope Francis had been elected. But there will be a short wait before his identity becomes clear.
After black smoke at noon, the crowd in St. Peter’s hopes for white smoke at night.
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Paper Ballots and Sacred Oaths: A Look Inside the Papal Conclave
Inside the secretive meeting, cardinals will use an array of objects, many steeped in tradition, as they elect the next pope.
Waiting for the Smoke That Heralds a New Pope
As 133 cardinals were sequestered in the Sistine Chapel where they would vote for a new leader of the Catholic Church, the faithful and the curious gathered in St. Peter’s Square.
Survivors Call on Next Pope to End Sexual Abuse by Clergy
Groups representing survivors made last-minute appeals for the next pontiff to definitively resolve the crisis, which has swirled around the Roman Catholic Church for decades.
What Does Black Smoke Mean During Conclave to Elect New Pope?
In a tradition that scholars date to the 19th century, smoke released from a chimney will be colored white if the cardinals have made a decision, or black if they remain deadlocked.