Pope Leo XIV gives the homily at Mass with the cardinale electors in the Sistine Chapel on May 9, 2025. (photo: Credit: Vatican Media / Vatican Media)

The First Week of Pope Leo XIV

Dr. Matthew Bunson and Vatican Editor for EWTN News Frank Rocca discuss the first week of the pontificate of Pope Leo XIV.

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