In the One, We Are One – and images underscore how for him, “promoting unity and communion is fundamental.” Local parishes may now purchase the official portrait of our new Holy Father.

According to Father White, Father Prevost’s thesis has a vision that could be extended beyond the Augustinian rule and the role of the order’s prior to be applied to the episcopacy, and even to the papacy.

Nevertheless, the women who have worked closely with Prevost in recent years have praised his leadership style, ability to listen and respect for their opinions. In interviews with The Associated Press, they say they expect that as pope, Leo will continue to promote women in church governance positions, albeit with limits.

Vance will travel this weekend to Vatican City where he will attend the inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV, history’s first American pontiff, who has previously been critical of him.

The Holy Father stressed that the Holy See ‘is always ready to help bring enemies together’ to dialogue and recover ‘the dignity of peace.’

It was the most electric thing I have ever experienced inside the walls of a Catholic church,” one protester recalls.

Legendary college football coach Lou Holtz urged Catholics around the world to show their support in prayer, and even financials, to new Pope Leo XIV.

CREDO will launch worldwide on May 28 and is on track to stream Castletown Media’s newest project, “Leo XIV: A Pontiff’s Path” later this year.