Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new Pope following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away in Rome on the morning after Easter. The announcement was made today, 8 May 2025, after a conclave of cardinals selected the 69-year-old Chicago-born cleric as the new head of the Catholic Church.
In his first address from the balcony of St Peter's Basilica, Pope Prevost called for a Church rooted in peace, perseverance and dialogue. Echoing his predecessor's humble tone, he urged the faithful to 'walk hand in hand in God' and to build 'a Church that works together and builds bridges.'
