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Pope Leo XIV, Peru

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‘The pope put us on the world’s radar’: Residents of Peruvian city talk about Pope Leo XIV’s impact on their diocese
Before he became the new pope, Robert Prevost was the bishop of Chiclayo, a city in the north of Peru, where many describe him as a key leader who helped guide them through tough times. The post ‘The pope put us on the world’s radar’: Residents of Peruvian city talk about Pope Leo XIV’s impact on their diocese appeared first on The World from PRX.

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Peruvian bishop defends Pope Leo XIV against accusations of cover-up
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A missionary pope: What Pope Leo XIV’s years in Peru tell us about how he’ll lead the church
Trump and Pope Leo Are Now Earth's Most Powerful Americans. They Lead in Different Roles and Realms
The contrast between President Donald Trump and Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV couldn't be more stark — politically, personally or in their world views.

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Pope Leo XIV Goes Viral With 1-Word Reply About The U.S.
At Sunday Mass in New York, Americans Celebrate Their New Pope
Pope Leo XIV urges release of imprisoned journalists, affirms gift of free speech and press
He spoke in an audience with some of the 6,000 journalists who descended on Rome to cover his election as the first American pontiff.

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Retracing the early years of Pope Leo
Cheers, Chants and a ‘Dance of the Little Devils’ for Pope Leo in Peru
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Pope Leo XIV’s prayer of consecration to Our Lady of Fátima
Pope Leo XIV, when he was bishop of Chiclayo, Peru, offered a special prayer of consecration to the Blessed Virgin Mary before the pilgrim statue of Our Lady of Fátima.
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Pope Leo XIV draws praise on handling sex abuse — and some complicated allegations
Abuse watchdog groups have expressed concern, but Leo has been lauded by other survivors for his handling of abuse.
Pope Leo XIV may face a six-figure tax bill for his $33,000-a-month paycheck
As an American citizen, Pope Leo XIV could be required to file a tax return with the U.S. government, and his tax liability may reach six figures. Because the U.S. taxes its citizens on their worldwide income,
Leo XIV Renews Call for Peace in Meeting With Journalists
The pontiff held his first meeting with the news media at the Vatican and called on reporters to choose “the path of communication in favor of peace.”
‘Leo will follow Francis.’ Amazon Catholics hope the new pope will protect the rain forest
For years before becoming Pope Leo XIV — as a parish priest and then bishop in Peru — Robert Prevost built ties with interfaith environmental networks and Indigenous organizations to place forest protection and rights at the center of Church concern.
In Peru's north, locals remember Pope Leo driving pick-up, playing tennis
The small city of Chiclayo in northern Peru was bustling with excitement on Friday, with businesses and locals sharing photos, memories and stories about its most famous former resident: Pope Leo XIV.
Chiclayo native recalls moment Pope Leo confirmed her, his work in her community
Faviana Azalda Castro was confirmed by Pope Leo XIV when he served as bishop in her hometown of Chiclayo, Peru. Now, the junior at Xavier is reminiscing on his work and hoping his title showcases her home.
Whoops, waves, tears: Faithful react to Pope Leo’s first Sunday blessing in St. Peter’s Square
Tens of thousands of faithful Catholics gathered in St. Peter’s Square to watch Pope Leo XIV deliver the first Sunday blessing of his pontificate exactly at noon.
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