Pope Leo XIV's Heartfelt Moments with Cardinals

May 09, 2025 Khushi Kumari

On May 8, 2025, Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago was elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American to lead the Roman Catholic Church

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In rare behind-the-scenes footage, Pope Leo XIV is seen embracing each of the 133 cardinals who participated in the conclave, expressing humility and gratitude

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The video captures Pope Leo XIV offering a prayer at the altar and kneeling in private reflection at a prie-dieu in the Sistine Chapel

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The Pope's warm greetings and handshakes with the cardinals symbolize a commitment to unity within the Church

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Pope Leo XIV has expressed firm support for his predecessor, the late Pope Francis, aiming to continue his transformative reforms

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By adopting the name Leo XIV, the new Pope pays homage to Leo XIII, known for his advocacy of workers' rights and economic justice

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Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to celebrate Mass at the Sistine Chapel on Friday morning and deliver his first public blessing from St. Peter’s Basilica on Sunday

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Before his election, Pope Leo XIV served as a missionary bishop in Peru and held leadership roles within the Augustinian Order

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In his first address, Pope Leo XIV emphasized messages of peace and divine love, resonating with Catholics worldwide

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