- Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago.
- VATICAN CITY (AP) — Robert Prevost, the first American pope in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church, will take the name Leo XIV.
- As noted here: In 2023, Pope Francis appointed him as the Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, a key position within the Roman Curia. The office is responsible for evaluating and recommending candidates for the episcopate around the world. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pope_Le...
- This role increased Prevost's visibility and influence within the Catholic Church, potentially raising his profile ahead of any future papal conclave.
