Pope Leo XIV has celebrated his first Mass as the leader of the Catholic Church while congratulatory messages poured in for ...

The U.S.-born cleric, who also has a Peruvian citizenship, entered the ornate chapel in the Apostolic Palace, accompanied by ...

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV, history’s first North American pope, said Friday that his election was both a cross and a blessing as he celebrated his first Mass in Sistine Chapel.

Continuing the cycle of traditions that await a new pope, the newly elected pontiff addressed his cardinals in English and ...

During Mass for cardinals, Scripture was read in both English and Spanish — a nod to the new pope's missionary work in both ...

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV concelebrates Mass with the College of Cardinals inside the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican the day ...

Addressing the cardinals in English, he said "you have called me to carry the cross and to be blessed" and asked for their help to spread the Catholic faith.

From hushed chambers to movie screens, the mysterious ritual of the papal conclave continues to captivate audiences worldwide ...

Leo XIV urged the Catholic Church to "desperately" counter a lack of faith in his first homily as pope Friday, a day after ...

Pope Leo XIV, history’s first North American Pope, has said his election was both a cross and a blessing as he celebrated his ...

The Catholic Church has a new leader and congratulations are pouring in as Pope Leo XIV prepares to celebrate his first Mass.