He is the first pope from the United States and from North America.

Bishops took to social media to share their joy over the election.

An Augustinian and a canon lawyer, he spent over a decade ministering in South America before being called back to the U.S. to head the Augustinian Province of Chicago and serve as prior general of the Augustinian order. Pope Francis later called him to Rome in 2023 to head the Dicastery for Bishops.

Recalling the day’s feast day of Our Lady of Pompeii, Pope Leo invited those present to pray a Hail Mary with him.

OLD TESTAMENT & ART: The story of Jacob’s wrestling match reminds every believer: spiritual victory often comes through honest struggle.

The pre-conclave sessions surfaced pressing concerns — and may hint at what kind of shepherd the cardinals hope to elect.

As the cardinals discern the next pope, remember: your own election to sainthood has already been recorded in heaven. The rest is up to you.

The Register, the only Catholic newspaper to have received an interview with the newly elected ‘pontiff,’ heard from ‘Pope David’ exclusively.