Vatican City: Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected as the first American pope on Thursday. The Chicago-born Augustinian ex-missionary, aged 69, has chosen the name Leo XIV. He is succeeding the previous Leo, who was known for drafting Church teaching on labor and the world of work.
According to Ansa News Agency, Prevost spent much of his career in Peru, where he served as a missionary. His election marks a historic moment for the Catholic Church, as it is the first time an American has been elected to the papacy. His background in missionary work and his experiences in South America are expected to influence his leadership approach in the Vatican.
