Robert Francis Prevost Martínez, a 69 -year -old American cardinal, was chosen today as the new pontiff in the conclave held in the Sistine Chapel, happening to Francisco after a historic day of deliberations.
The new Dad It is the American Robert Prevost. He chose the name Leo XIV and it is the second pontiff of the American continent.
Robert Francis Prevost Martínez69 -year -old American cardinal, was chosen today as the New Pontiff In the conclave held in the Sistine chapel, happening to Francisco after a historical day of deliberations.
The official announcement was made by Cardinal Protodiácono Dominique Mamberti From the central balcony of the basilica of San Pedro, before a multitude of faithful that filled the Plaza del Vaticano. After the White Fumata and the Refique of the bells, Mamberti delivered the traditional Latin formula: “Habemus Papam”.
Prevost He is the first father originally from USA In the history of the Church. Born in Chicago In 1955, he was appointed Cardinal by Francisco himself in 2023 and served as a prefect of Dicastery for bishops in the Vatican. His choice represents a sign of continuity with the reformist line of the previous pontificate, although with a pastoral imprint focused on the American continent.
During his first greeting, the new Pope – who still did not announce the chosen papal name – directed a blessing “Urbi et Orbi”(To the city and the world), accompanied by a call to unity, peace and social justice.
In the next few days, the Pontificate’s start mass will be held, which will be attended by political and religious leaders around the world. The international community and the global Catholic Church expect to know more details about the priorities that will mark this new stage.
Source: Ambito
