In a stunning upset, Cardinal Robert Prevost, an American, has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, making history as the first ever American to hold the position. His election was swift and described as a miracle by some.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Mass after his election, acknowledging the immense responsibility. His election surprised many, given the traditional hesitation towards an American pope due to the country's secular power. Cardinals described the quick decision-making process as a miracle, highlighting the unity achieved despite the diversity of the electors. The new Pope delivered a homily focusing on joyfully spreading Christianity.
