‘Building bridges’: Polyglot, diplomat Pope Leo XIV speaks language of majority of world’s Catholics | EUROtoday

Pope Francis appointed Robert Prevost in 2023 to guide the Vatican workplace that vets bishop nominations—one of many Church’s strongest roles. And now, Prevost, 69, has turn into Pope Leo XIV, the primary American pontiff. A Chicago native and Peruvian citizen, Prevost lived in Peru for a few years, first as a missionary after which as an archbishop. In his first handle, he spoke in Italian and Spanish as he greeted the gang in Saint Peter’s Square. He had prominence going into the conclave that few different cardinals have. For in-depth evaluation and a deeper perspective, FRANCE 24’s Mark Owen is joined by our International Affairs Commentator Douglas Herbert and is happy to welcome Dr. Andrew Chesnut, Professor and Chair in Catholic Studies at Virginia Commonwealth University.
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