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  • Published on 12:26 GMT

    INTERVIEW WITH PETER C. PHAN – “Pope Francis’s Most Enduring Legacy is his Transformation of the Church”

    Marco Carvalho Brought to the Vatican in 2023 by Pope Francis as head of the office that vets bishop nominations, Robert Prevost was entrusted with the chair of Saint Peter. The first American pope succeeds Francis, preaching peace while confronting …

    Source: O Clarim - Indeterminate
  • Published on 12:44 GMT

    The Unexpected Pope

    Ever since Pius XII excommunicated the communists, the left could only expect damnation from the Vatican. Didn’t John Paul II and Ratzinger persecute liberation theologians, accused of using Marxist concepts? Didn’t they try to impose a "submissive …

    Source: International Viewpoint - Pending
  • Published on 02:41 GMT

    Can an American Pope Speak to Nigerian Realities?

    By Dakuku Peterside  When white smoke curled into the Roman sky and the world learned that the College of Cardinals had elected Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost, Pope Leo XIV—an American—it was met with mixed emotions across Africa. For many, particularly …

    Source: This Day - Pro-Government
  • Published on 07:07 GMT

    Historic moment for church

    FOR the first time in the history of the Catholic church stretching back to the time of Peter the Apostle of Jesus Christ, a Papua New Guinean in Cardinal Sir John Ribat, has cast his vote for the Pope. It is momentous and historic. Another Pacific …

    Source: The National - Indeterminate
  • Published on 13:02 GMT

    Pope Leo XIV must speak out for Asia’s persecuted

    His emphasis on 'building bridges' through dialogue in his first words as pope gives a message of peace to our troubled world The election of Pope Leo XIV — the first North American and the first Augustinian pontiff — is an exciting moment for the …

    Source: Union of Catholic Asian News - Indeterminate
  • Published on 12:44 GMT

    Francis. The Pope Who Spoke Softly—and Carried the Same Big Stick

    But while he was willing to make the Church more inclusive, he refused reforms that would weaken its authoritarian and patriarchal apparatus. He protected child abusers in his own organisation more consistently than he protected their ordinary Catholic …

    Source: International Viewpoint - Pending
  • Published on 09:30 GMT

    Top Augustinians and friends of Leo XIV reflect on relationship with former boss

    Augustinian Fr. Giuseppe Caruso recalls a moment of deep uncertainty during his years as an Augustinian friar. He had been facing criticism from one of his superiors so Caruso sought help from Augustinian Fr. Robert Prevost, who was then the superior …

    Source: National Catholic Reporter - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Latin America Greets Leo XIV, Debating Pope Francis’s Unfinished Legacy

    In a surprise turn, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, an American with deep roots in Peru, has become Pope Leo XIV. As Catholics worldwide absorb the announcement, debate intensifies in Latin America about Pope Francis’s legacy and the future direction of …

    Source: LatinAmerican Post - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Pope Francis in the Eyes of the Church in Africa

    An African priest eulogises Pope Francis as one who would be remembered for saying, “Africa is not only a continent rich in resources, but a spiritual lung, full of life and hope, despite suffering,” while praying for a worthy successor of Saint Peter. The …

    Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Pope Francis’ witness on immigration inspired local ministries

    Catholics in the Archdiocese of Chicago who minister to and advocate for immigrants were inspired by Pope Francis’ words and actions, from visiting Lampedusa, Italy, to mourn migrants lost at sea in the opening months of his pontificate, to celebrating …

    Source: Chicago Catholic - Illinois - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Church in Africa welcomes Pope Leo XIV

    YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon – Catholic leaders across Africa are expressing excitement at the election of the first American as a pope. Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected May 8 as Pope Leo XIV, an election that defies all prognostics as to who would be elected, …

    Source: Crux Now - Right-wing
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    What the last Pope Leo says about the new one

    Send questions or suggestions to the Starting Point team at startingpoint@globe.com. If you’d like the newsletter sent to your inbox, sign up here. The last time a man called Leo became head of the Catholic Church, in 1878, the name didn’t mean very much. …

    Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    African Church leaders hail election of Pope Leo as sign of hope for peace

    YAOUNDÉ, Cameroon – Catholic leaders across Africa are expressing excitement at the election of the first American as Pope. Far from being disappointed that the 267th leader of the Catholic Church would again not be an African, bishops across the continent …

    Source: The Catholic Herald Online - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    Robert Francis Prevost elected as Pope Leo XIV; netizens wonder ‘Will there be a female, African or Black Pope’

    Cardinals at the Papal conclave on Thursday elected Robert Francis Prevost, 69, as Roman Catholic pontiff, the first ever pope from the US. White smoke poured out from the Sistine Chapel and the bells of St. Peter's rang out, indicating the successor …

    Source: Mint - Neutral
  • Published on May 9, 2025

    White smoke, Black pope? Genealogist says Leo XIV has Louisiana African roots

    The Catholic Church has a new leader, with the Augustinian Cardinal Robert Prevost elected as Pope Leo XIV, his chosen name as bishop of Rome. He is the first North American pope and, according to a prominent genealogist, a pope with African-Creole …

    Source: National Catholic Reporter - Neutral
  • Published on May 8, 2025

    Live: Australian Catholics celebrate election of Pope Leo XIV

    10m agoFri 9 May 2025 at 2:28am What is Pope Leo's new stance on women in the clergy? By Religion and Ethics editor Scott Stephens What is the new pope’s stance on women in the clergy? - Amanda Hi Amanda! This is a trickier question, and an example of …

    Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral
  • Published on May 11, 2025

    Pope Leo XIV's Recent Predecessors At The Vatican Defended Migrants. Will He Do The Same?

    (MENAFN- The Conversation) Political language is sometimes used to describe the orientations of the Vatican. When the late Pope Francis defended migrants, it was suggested that he was a“left-wing” pope. Today, people are wondering whether Pope Leo XIV will …

    Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 11, 2025

     The Electrifying Moment Of Pope Leo XIV Emergence 

    It was an electrifying moment on Thursday May 8 when Pope Leo XIV (born Robert Francis Prevost, 14 September 1955) was elected the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State.  Pope Leo XIV, the first American to become Pope, was …

    Source: Daily Independent - Pending
  • Published on May 11, 2025

    HABEMUS PAPAM: Leo XIV, the First American-Peruvian Pope with Black Heritage

    May 11, (THEWILL) – Pope Leo XIV signalled where his papacy was headed during his inaugural speech last Thursday, when he said, “We must seek together how to be a missionary Church, a Church that builds bridges, dialogue, always open to receive, like this …

    Source: The Will - Neutral

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  • Published on May 11, 2025 - 11:40 GMT

    Putin hails legacy of Pope Francis

    (MENAFN) President Vladimir Putin has expressed his condolences following the death of Pope Francis, praising the late pontiff's legacy and his efforts to promote dialogue between the Russian Orthodox Church and the Vatican. Pope Francis, who led the …

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  • Published on May 12, 2025 - 09:53 GMT

    Regional press reports Putin ICC detention warrant invalid in Italy

    (MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin would not face arrest in Italy based on the International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant, as the necessary legal steps to enforce it have not been completed, Italian media reported. The ICC issued arrest warrants for …

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  • Published on May 10, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

    Leo XIV gets initiated as first American pope

    (MENAFN) History was made at the Vatican on Thursday as Robert Francis Prevost, a 69-year-old from Chicago, was elected as the first American pope. Taking the papal name Leo XIV, he greeted thousands from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, offering …

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  • Published on May 11, 2025 - 19:32 GMT

    Pope Leo XIV Calls for Global Peace

    (MENAFN) On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV expressed his support for the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, highlighting his hopes for a "lasting agreement" between the two South Asian nations. This statement was made during his inaugural Sunday prayer …

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