The pope’s family history of “gens de couleur libre,” or free people of color, can be traced back to Opelousas, a ...

The pontiff addressed a massive crowd, estimated by the Vatican at around 70,000, in St. Peter's Square on June 7 during a ...

I’m praying for this new pope from the United States who has roots in the 7th Ward. That was a mind-blowing moment for me,’ ...

Previously, he served as the Diocesan Administrator in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux since January 2024, following the death ...

Pope Leo XIV made history as the first U.S.-born pontiff. It was recently revealed that he has Louisiana Creole ancestry.

I am humbled beyond words that the Holy Father has chosen me, not from outside, but from among the ranks of the priests of ...

The image of Trump as the pope just days after our revered Pope Francis died shows why he's a terrible model for morality.

Pope Leo XIV's ancestry isn't necessarily unique. It's quintessentially American, illustrated by his grandfather's illicit ...

At one level, it's going to be really helpful because the name he chose, Leo XIV, is important. He has been very clear about ...

The previous Pope Leo emphasized the Catholic Church's responsibility to care for the poor and support workers' rights.

When someone accepts election as pontiff, there undergoes a change in that individual, not only in life purpose in leading ...