American Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, making history as the first U.S. pontiff. Faith leaders nationwide shared prayers for his leadership of the Catholic Church.

Saint Peter, originally named Simon, was renamed by Jesus to signify his foundational role in the Church—’You are Peter, and ...

The conservative ire that has roiled Catholicism during the previous pontificate is likely to continue with this first ...

Following Pope Francis's passing, the Vatican is abuzz as cardinals gather to elect his successor. The conclave, a secretive ...

Pope Leo XIV accurately reflects the Catholic Church’s position in the developing world, where it is growing fastest ...

In what seems to be surprising confidence and agreement, the College of Cardinals came to quick agreement on the second day ...

Marcellus II and his 16th-century predecessor Adrian VI (reigned 1522-1523) are the only popes since 996 to keep their given ...

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The Catholic Church has elected its first American pope in history: Cardinal Robert Prevost. Newsweek's live blog is closed.

The American Robert Francis Prevost's affiliation with the mendicant order of the Augustinians, known for their commitment to ...

Cardinal Robert Prevost, who was elected as the next pope, shared an article criticizing a comment made by Vice President JD Vance.

Asked whether it was unexpected for an American to be elected, Father Reese said: “Oh yeah, shocking.” Robert Prevost, who ...