June 06, 2026
The text is titled Dilexi te, echoing the language of past papal writings
In a stark contrast to when Francis was selected, Pope Leo made no notable appointments, nor announced plans for foreign trips, nor where he will live at the Vatican
Leo says the Church must now take the lead in facing newer threats to workers, such as artificial intelligence
He is the first pope from the United States, but holds dual citizenship in Peru, where he was a missionary for decades before becoming a cardinal
The election of Pope Leo XIV is a deeply profound moment of joy for Catholics in the United Kingdom and globally, Starmer says
He takes the papal name Leo XIV, and succeeds Pope Francis, who had led the Church since 2013
He appears on the balcony about 70 minutes after white smoke rises over the Vatican
Churches say that more young men are attending services
