5 things to know about Pope Leo XIV

By Ryan Foley, Christian Post Reporter
The newly elected Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV is seen for the first time from the Vatican balcony on May 8, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican.
The newly elected Pontiff, Pope Leo XIV is seen for the first time from the Vatican balcony on May 8, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican. | Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was named the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church Thursday. He chose the name Pope Leo XIV. 

His ascension to the papacy comes 17 days after the death of Pope Francis. At age 69, he is younger than the two most recent popes when they assumed the position but significantly older than Pope St. John Paul II when he became Bishop of Rome at the age of 58. 

Here are five things to know about Prevost, specifically his background and his views. 

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Ryan Foley is a reporter for The Christian Post. He can be reached at: [email protected]

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