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Pope Leo XIV’s unexpected New Orleans Creole background excites city’s large Catholic community
When Father Tony Ricard watched the new pope deliver his first address to the faithful Thursday in St. Peter’s Square, he ...
What Pope Leo’s Augustinian Background Tells Us About his Papacy
Pope Leo XIV is the first Pope from the Order of St. Augustine, which suggests he will promote peace and dialogue.
Robert Prevost: Where is Pope Leo XIV from? Nationality, background, age
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is the first American pope in history. Here's his nationality, background, age and more.
Sunny Hostin changes tune on Pope Leo XIV after learning of Haitian roots, declares 'we have a Black pope'
The View" co-host Sunny Hostin expressed her excitement for Pope Leo XIV after discovering his maternal grandparents were ...
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American Pope Leo XIV wows the internet with his math degree
Pope Leo XIV, the first American to ascend the papal throne, is gaining popularity on social media due to his unique ...
People are demanding answers over Pope Leo XIV's coat of arms design
According to Vatican News, Pope Leo XIV's coat of arms is intended to reflect his Augustinian roots and the values he seeks ...
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Pope Leo XIV’s roots reach back to New Orleans…and they’re Black
Long before Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago in 1955 ... It’s unclear if Pope Leo himself has embraced or even ...
Pope Leo's family tree shows ties to a prominent Creole family of color in Louisiana
Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S. pope, descends from Creole and free people of color in Louisiana, highlighting complex issues to ...