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As a young priest in Peru, Pope Leo XIV survived a bomb threat and charmed locals
Hector Camacho remembers Robert Prevost, set to be formally inaugurated as Pope Leo XIV on Sunday, as a young jeans-wearing ...
‘The pope is more Peruvian than the potato.’ Why Pope Leo XIV’s roots resonate in Chicago.
Pope Leo XIV, has a patchwork background that speaks to the melting pot that is the United States — and his birthplace, the ...
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Peru welcomes the ‘Peruvian Pope’ with dances, humor, and merch
Pope Leo XIV began his clerical career in his hometown, and then was sent to Peru, where he served for nearly 40 years.
Cheers, Chants and a ‘Dance of the Little Devils’ for Pope Leo in Peru
People in the city of Chiclayo, where Leo XIV served as bishop for about eight years, gathered to celebrate a man they see as ...
The Wild Reaction Of Seminarians From Pope Leo’s Former Diocese In Peru Is Going Viral For Obvious Reasons
A group of more than 350 international actors, directors and producers have signed a letter published on the first day of ...
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Miami chef is from same Peruvian town Pope Leo XVI shouted out
If you didn't already believe that eating at Maty's was a religious experience, get this: Chef Valerie Chang Cumpa hails from ...
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You Have To See The Wild Reaction Of Seminarians From Pope Leo’s Former Diocese In Peru
Pope Leo XIV is the first American-born Pope, but the White Sox superfan also spent more than 20 years serving as a bishop ...
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A priest friend of Pope Leo XIV shares memories of him in Peru
Pope Leo XIV made time in his busy schedule to welcome his friend Father Hugo Sánchez and Sánchez’s mother to the Vatican.
Pope Leo XIV’s Years in Peru Reveal a Priest Focused on His Flock
Monseñor Robert” helped the poor, trekked into the Andes and spread his faith. “He always provided words of hope.” ...
Those who’ve worked with Pope Leo XIV are optimistic he’ll elevate women’s roles — with limits
Nevertheless, the women who have worked closely with Prevost in recent years have praised his leadership style, ability to ...