Pope Leo XIV, formerly known as Robert Francis Prevost, was elected as the first American Pope on May 8. After his election, he delivered his first mass, addressing the audience in multiple languages including English, Spanish, and Italian. He highlighted the dual nature of his papacy as both a cross and a blessing, urging the cardinals to unite in spreading Christianity. Emphasizing the importance of humility and referencing Pope Francis, he warned against practical atheism among Christians and discussed the need for church leaders to make themselves small for Christ's message to shine through.
You have called me to carry that cross and to be blessed with that mission, and I know I can rely on each and every one of you to walk with me.
I will truly be a disciple of Jesus Christ, when the world no longer sees my body.
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