You just knew this was coming
White Smoke at the Vatican: America’s Cardinal Becomes Pope Leo XIV
A Historic Choice
White smoke rose over the Vatican Thursday evening,
announcing the election of 69-year-old American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the new pope.
Stepping onto St. Peter’s Basilica balcony,
he introduced himself to cheering crowds as Pope Leo XIV, reviving a name unused for over a century.
Global Joy and Significance
Catholics worldwide celebrated the moment as a symbol of renewal and unity.
Many noted the importance of his American roots, reflecting the Church’s growing global diversity.
Praise and Skepticism
Social media overflowed with prayers and congratulations.
Supporters hailed his “thoughtful, compassionate, and reform-minded” leadership,
while some critics expressed doubts about his future direction.
A New Chapter
Despite differing views, Leo XIV’s election marks the start of a new era for the Vatican—
one that will test how his leadership guides Catholicism through a changing world.
