The earliest recorded use of the title "pope" in english dates to the mid-10th century, when it was used in reference to the 7th century roman pope vitalian in an old english translation of bede. Follow vatican news for updates and information on the daily activities of the pope. Message of his holiness pope leo xiv for the 12th world day of prayer and awareness against human trafficking letter of the holy father for the celebration of the 25th winter olympic.
Jan 9, 2026the pope is regarded as the successor of st. Apr 21, 2025read the latest news on pope leo xiv, the first pope from the united states. 5 days agopope leo xiv is facing his first major crisis with traditionalist catholics.
May 8, 2025leo became the 267th catholic pope after the death last month of pope francis, who was the first latin american pope and had led the church for 12 years and widely sought. 5 days agopope leo xiv faces first major crisis as traditional catholics announce plans without papal consent for the vatican, papal consent for the consecration of bishops is a fundamental. Apr 21, 2025pope francis made his final public appearance on easter sunday, greeting thousands in st.
He became the archbishop of buenos aires in 1998 and was created a cardinal in 2001 by pope john paul ii. Following the resignation of pope benedict xvi, the 2013 papal conclave elected.