Election of Pope Leo XIV
Villanova University alumnus Cardinal Robert Prevost has been chosen as Pope Leo XIV to lead the Catholic Church. He is the first pope born in the United States and the first Augustinian friar to be elected pontiff.
Key Points
- Pope Leo XIV chosen to lead 1.4 billion Catholics
- First pope born in the United States and an Augustinian friar
- Pope Leo XIV's leadership seen as an opportunity to reaffirm commitment to educational mission
Pros
- Historic election of first American-born pope
- Significant day for Villanova University and the global church
- Pope Leo XIV known for humility, gentle spirit, and prudence