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Pope Leo XIV Signals Focus on Social Justice with Name Choice

The newly elected pope draws inspiration from Leo XIII's legacy, emphasizing labor rights, economic fairness, and care for the marginalized.

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Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on May 8, 2025.

Overview

  • Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected as Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025, becoming the 268th leader of the Catholic Church.
  • The choice of the name Leo XIV is a deliberate reference to Pope Leo XIII, known for his 1891 encyclical 'Rerum Novarum,' which championed labor rights and critiqued the excesses of capitalism.
  • In his first public remarks, Leo XIV highlighted his vision for a synodal Church dedicated to peace, charity, and support for the suffering and marginalized, including immigrants.
  • Leo XIV's decades of ministry in Peru, influenced by liberation theology and his connection to Gustavo Gutiérrez, reflect his commitment to aiding the poor and addressing social inequalities.
  • Analysts suggest that Leo XIV's papacy will build on the reformist legacy of Pope Francis, focusing on global justice, economic equity, and inclusivity within the Church.