On May 8, Cardinal Robert Prevost was chosen as the new leader of the Catholic Church. Having chosen the name Leo XIV, he stands out for his international experience and proximity to Pope Francis, as well as sharing ideals similar to those of the Argentine Pontiff.
Test your knowledge about Pope Leo XIV:
On the 18th of the largest, Leo XIV will do one in São Pedro Square, the same place where he was first presented to the faithful after the conclave.
Before becoming Pope, experiences that allowed him deeply to know the ecclesiastical structure and actively participate in the appointment of bishops around the world.
In addition, Leo XIV was a missionary in a Latin American country,
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Pope Leo XIV waves to the Vatican crowd after conclave • Antonio Masiello/Getty Images
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Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States, appearing on the porch of St. Peter’s Basilica • Reuters
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Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States, appearing on the porch of St. Peter’s Basilica • Reuters
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Newly and Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States, conveys the message “Urbi et Orbi” (to the city and the world) of the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica • May 8, 2025. Reuters/YARA NARDI
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In Spanish, Pope Leo XIV greets “Dear Diocese” in Peru in the 1st speech after election • CNN Brazil Reproduction
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Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States, appearing on the porch of St. Peter’s Basilica • Reuters
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Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States, appearing on the porch of St. Peter’s Basilica • Reuters
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Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States, appearing on the porch of St. Peter’s Basilica • Reuters
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Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States, appearing on the porch of St. Peter’s Basilica • Reuters
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Cardinal Prevost Leading a Prayer in St. Peter’s Square • Reuters
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Cardinal Prevost Leading a Prayer in St. Peter’s Square • Reuters
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Cardinal Prevost participating in Holy Mass in the Basilica of St. Peter • Reuters
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New Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost in September 2023 • Reuters/yara nardi
