White Smoke Rises Over the Vatican: A New Pope Has Been Chosen

  • A historic moment occurred in Rome on May 8 as white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of a new Pope. This came just one day after the conclave of 133 cardinals convened following the death of Pope Francis, who had served for ten transformative years.

  • Cardinals from 71 countries, many appointed by Pope Francis himself, gathered in prayer to choose the next spiritual leader for over 1.3 billion Catholics worldwide. The announcement was made with the traditional “Habemus Papam” from St. Peter’s Basilica.

  • Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been elected as the 267th Pope and will be known as Pope Leo XIV. At 69 years old, he becomes the first American to hold the papacy.

  • Pope Leo XIV brings extensive global and pastoral experience, having worked as a missionary in Peru and later as bishop of Chiclayo. He also led the Vatican office responsible for appointing bishops, a central part of Pope Francis’ reforms.

  • His papacy is expected to continue the vision of renewal and inclusivity championed by his predecessor. While other cardinals like Pietro Parolin and Luis Antonio Tagle were seen as strong candidates, Pope Leo XIV’s election marks a new chapter for the Church.

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