Meet Pope Leo XIV: News & Inspiration for U.S. Catholics

His holiness the Pope Leo XIV wearing religious attire and glasses, raising his hand in a greeting gesture.

Leo XIV

Elected on May 8, 2025

A crowd of people standing outside St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City at sunset, with an airplane flying overhead. In the foreground, a hand holds a large ticket promoting a contest to win a one-week trip to Vatican City, including flight and a 4-star hotel.

Ready to live a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual adventure? Enter now for your chance to win a 7-day trip to the Vatican for two, filled with awe, beauty, and moments of deep reflection. Whether you're… Read more.

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Since his election in May 2025, Pope Leo XIV has sparked widespread interest—not just for his positions on key issues but for his fashion style as well. For many Catholics in the United States, his first public appearance outfit raised an important… Read more.

Pope Leo XIV waving at a large crowd from a balcony overlooking St. Peter's Square in Vatican City.

On May 8, 2025, the Vatican released the official portrait of Pope Leo XIV — an image that might seem traditional at first glance, but is loaded with symbolic meaning. Every element… Read more.

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