VATICAN CITY -- Pope Leo XIV vowed Sunday to work for unity in a polarized Catholic Church and world, as history's first American pope offered a message of healing during an inaugural Mass in St.

Pope Leo XIV holds Mass during the formal inauguration of his pontificate in St. Peter's Square attended by heads of state, royalty and ordinary faithful, Sunday, May 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Alessandra ...

Pope Leo delivers message of unity on 1st foreign trip Unity, dialogue and setting aside differences are the key messages for Pope Leo, who is taking part in events alongside the spiritual leader of ...