History has been made in the Catholic Church as Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected as the first American pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. His election marks a monumental shift, as no pope in history has ever hailed from the United States.

Born in Chicago, USA, Prevost has spent much of his career as a missionary in Peru and later served as the prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, a key role in managing leadership within the Church. His selection represents a significant change in tradition, as the Catholic Church has historically chosen popes from European nations.

His papal name, Leo XIV, aligns him with past popes who sought reform and renewal within the Church. As he steps into his role, many are eager to see how his leadership will shape the future of Catholicism.