Calling the hunger crisis in the war-torn territory “heart-rending,” the pope used his first general audience to highlight the issue.
Author: ELISABETTA POVOLEDO
Until 60 Years Ago, New Popes Were Crowned
Pope Leo XIV presided over his inaugural Mass on Sunday. Years ago, it would have included a solemn moment when the pontiff was crowned with an elaborate gold and jewel-encrusted papal tiara.
The last 5 pontiffs have held audiences with the news media.
The last five pontiffs have addressed members of the international news media who reported on the conclaves that elected them.
Pope Leo XIV Calls for End to War in First Sunday Blessing as Pontiff
The new pope, speaking to thousands in St. Peter’s Square, echoed themes that Francis, his predecessor, regularly addressed.
Pope Leo XIV Calls for End to War in First Sunday Blessing as Pontiff
The new pontiff echoed themes that Francis, his predecessor, regularly addressed, as he appeared in front of thousands of the faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square.