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RSMS Hour 1 | Cardinal Robert Prevost Named First American Pope in History 

podcast May 12, 2025


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In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American pontiff. Pope Leo XIV is expected to continue the reformist legacy of his predecessor, Pope Francis. In his inaugural address, he emphasized unity, peace, and the importance of press freedom, calling for the release of imprisoned journalists and advocating for ethical considerations in the digital age. 

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