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A missionary pope: What Pope Leo XIV’s years in Peru tell us about how he’ll lead the church

Father Robert Prevost first arrived in Peru in 1985 during a time of crisis, the aftermath of devastating El Niño rains that had left thousands of people homeless.

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‘The pope put us on the world’s radar’: Residents of Peruvian city talk about Pope Leo XIV’s impact on their diocese

Before he became the new pope, Robert Prevost was the bishop of Chiclayo, a city in the north of Peru, where many describe him as a key leader who helped guide them through tough times.

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‘The pope is Peruvian!’ How 2 decades in South America shaped the vision of Pope Leo XIV

Peruvians have celebrated the election of a man many knew as a missionary and bishop during his 2 decades of service in the South American country.

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Pope Leo XIV draws praise on handling sex abuse — and some complicated allegations

Abuse watchdog groups have expressed concern, but Leo has been lauded by other survivors for his handling of abuse.

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How World Leaders Are Reacting to Pope Leo

Political figures around the world have congratulated Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, after his election ...

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Philadelphia woman who was confirmed by Pope Leo in Peru reflects on spiritual connection with new pontiff

As the world looks to the future under newly elected Pope Leo XIV, one woman in Philadelphia is reflecting on a personal ...

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Pope! Amigo! Peruvians remember the young American priest who became pope

Chiclayo’s main plaza was raucous with the sounds of hammering and music, people milling in anticipation as the scaffolding went up for vast digital screens in front of the city cathedral.

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Pope Leo Calls His Appointment a Cross and a Blessing in First Mass as Pontiff

R obert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, made history on Thursday, May 8, when he was elected as the first ...

Pope Leo XIV live updates: Pope Leo addresses cardinals, explains papal name

The 69-year-old Chicago native is the first American pope and is seen as a diplomat in the church. "This is the first ...

Did Pope Leo XIV Send a Cryptic Message to America? His One-Word Response to a Reporter's Question Sparks Debate

Pope Leo XIV has plenty to say about his home country. The first-ever American pope was elected to lead the Catholic church ...

Pope Leo XIV delivers first Sunday blessing from Vatican’s St. Peter’s Square

I, too, address the world’s great powers by repeating the ever-present call ‘never again war,’” Leo said from St. Peter’s ...

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