The late pope’s attention to geographic detail led to what was described as the most diverse conclave in the history of the church.

Vatican reporter Gerard O'Connell, Colleen Dulle and Sam Sawyer, S.J., discuss the unexpectedly quick election of the first American pope.

A Reflection for Saturday of the Third Week of Easter, by Ashley McKinless

The pope’s visit to Egypt was a turning point, not only for many Egyptian Christians in strengthening their faith, but also in the way they were perceived by their Muslim peers.

When Pope Leo XIV will celebrate his inaugural Mass in St. Peter’s Square and what else to look for next week

These brothers talked on the phone every day. Now one of them is the pope.

Pope Leo XIV's first homily, delivered during Mass in the Sistine Chapel with the College of Cardinals.

Our team was in St. Peter’s Square for the historic election, and we’re here with first reactions and some important details about the life and ministry of Pope Leo XIV.

The “urbi et orbi” blessing given by Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, after his election May 8, 2025.

Cardinal Robert F. Prevost has selected the name Pope Leo XIV—so who was Pope Leo XIII?