Pope Francis has died, Vatican says, 21 Apr 2025

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  • #401
khaki said:
abc7chicago.com

Dolton neighbor told young Cardinal Robert Prevost he would be pope someday, New Lenox brother says

When Cardinal Robert Prevost was in the first grade, his neighbor told him he would be the first American pope, his brother told ABC News.
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Nice interview with Pope Leo's older brother
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It'd be nice for the community if that church does get restored as a result of him becoming pope. Even if it's not used for services, but for community groups and outreach. It's a waste if it's just sitting empty when it could be used to help people, whatever their faith.

MOO
 
  • #402

"No Pope has chosen this name. ​

They didn't dare.​


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The choice of the name by a new Pope
is not just a formality,
but a deeply symbolic act
that reflects his mission and inspirations.

The tradition of Pope taking a new name
dates back to St. Peter,
who from Simon
became the 'Rock' (Peter)
on the foundation of the Church.

The name change symbolizes
a spiritual transformation
and a new role in the service of the faithful.
The choice of name often reflects the intentions of the Pope.

Some are inspired by their predecessors,
wanting to continue their work or to pay homage.

Others want to emphasize new priorities.

An example is Pope Francis,
who was the first in history to choose this name, referring to St. Francis of Assisi
and his ideals of poverty and simplicity.

Each name carries a story:
of faith, mission and heritage.

The name Peter
remains untouched –
out of respect for the first Pope,
no one dared to take it."

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Żaden papież nie wybrał tego imienia. Nie odważył się

Jakie imię było najczęściej wybierane przez papieży? Wybór imienia przez nowego papieża to nie tylko formalność, ale głęboko symboliczny akt, który odzwierciedla jego misję i inspiracje. Choć dziś kojarzy się to...
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  • #403
Dotta said:

"No Pope has chosen this name. ​

They didn't dare.​


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The choice of the name by a new Pope
is not just a formality,
but a deeply symbolic act
that reflects his mission and inspirations.

The tradition of Pope taking a new name
dates back to St. Peter,
who from Simon
became the 'Rock' (Peter)
on the foundation of the Church.

The name change symbolizes
a spiritual transformation
and a new role in the service of the faithful.
The choice of name often reflects the intentions of the Pope.

Some are inspired by their predecessors,
wanting to continue their work or to pay homage.

Others want to emphasize new priorities.

An example is Pope Francis,
who was the first in history to choose this name, referring to St. Francis of Assisi
and his ideals of poverty and simplicity.

Each name carries a story:
of faith, mission and heritage.

The name Peter
remains untouched –
out of respect for the first Pope,
no one dared to take it."

wiadomosci.wp.pl

Żaden papież nie wybrał tego imienia. Nie odważył się

Jakie imię było najczęściej wybierane przez papieży? Wybór imienia przez nowego papieża to nie tylko formalność, ale głęboko symboliczny akt, który odzwierciedla jego misję i inspiracje. Choć dziś kojarzy się to...
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I did actually wonder why there had been no Peters. No Simons, either.
 
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  • #405
The Mail has a lengthy report today about the accusations that the new Pope actively turned a blind eye to clerical abuse of children in both Chicago and South America.

www.dailymail.co.uk

Pope Leo XIV 'ignored' child sex abuse allegations his Chicago church

The first American pope is accused of turning a blind eye when priests under his wing were accused of sexual abuse.
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It's not an auspicious start to what could be a long pontificate.
 
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  • #407
"The American Augustinians
recall the path that Robert Prevost took to become the head of Church.

They published several interesting photographs on their website.

Among them are photos of the new Bishop of Rome with John Paul II."

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Papież Leon XIV poznał Jana Pawła II. Augustianie publikują zdjęcia

W czwartek świat poznał nowego papieża - Leona XIV. Amerykańscy augustianie przypominają drogę, jaką pokonał Robert Prevost, by stanąć na czele Kościoła. Na swojej stronie internetowej opublikowali kilka interesujących fotografii. Wśród nich są zdjęcia nowego biskupa Rzymu z Janem Pawłem II.
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"What is Robert Prevost like in private?​

Pope Leo XIV loves tennis and travelling. ​

'I consider myself an amateur tennis player'.​


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'I consider myself an amateur tennis player.
Since leaving Peru, I have had a few opportunities to train,
so I am looking forward to getting back on the court',
he said in 2023.

The new Pope also emphasizes the importance of friendship in human life.

He noted that openness to others
is one of the gifts he received from God.

'People can greatly improve our lives. (...)
Having a rich community built on the ability to share with others what happens to us,
to be open to others,
was one of the greatest gifts I received in life.

The gift of friendship leads us to Jesus himself.
The ability to establish authentic friendships in life is beautiful.

Friendship is one of the greatest gifts that God has given us'."

:)

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Jaki Robert Prevost jest prywatnie? Papież Leon XIV kocha tenis i podróże. "Uważam się za tenisistę amatora"

8 maja Robert Prevost został wybrany na papieża i przyjął imię Leon XIV. Wielu zastanawia się, jaka prywatnie jest głowa Kościoła katolickiego. Wiadomo, że w wolnych chwilach duchowny bardzo lubi grywać w tenisa, ale to nie wszystko.
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  • #410
I remember reading that each pope designs his papal ring and also the pectoral cross he wears. It takes a few weeks for the pieces to be made by Italian artisans who are selected to design and make the pieces that the pope will wear throughout his papacy. The papal ring of each pope is destroyed upon his death so that it can't be used by anyone as a seal on any documents. It is then buried with the pope who wore it. The design on Pope Francis' pectoral cross included an image of Christ, the Good Shepherd, carrying the lost sheep on His shoulders. And above, a dove representing the Holy Spirit.

Perhaps we will learn of Pope Leo's choices at his Inauguration and the selected designers and jewelers are working quickly to have the pieces completed by then.
 
  • #411

"Leo XIV returns to tradition. ​

What does his attire signify?​


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  • Leo XIV appeared to the world in traditional papal robes, which distinguishes him from his predecessor, Francis, who, even immediately after his election, opted for simplicity.
  • The Pope's traditional attire includes a red mozzetta, an ornate stole, and a white cassock.
  • Pope Leo XIV praised Francis' legacy in his speech, even though his choice of attire suggests a different direction for his Pontificate."
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Leon XIV powraca do tradycji. Co oznacza jego strój?

Nowy papież Leon XIV powitał wiernych, ubrany w tradycyjne papieskie szaty. Jest to powrót do tradycji, od której odszedł jego poprzednik Franciszek. Czy na tej podstawie możemy dowiedzieć się czegoś o...
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  • #412
Sundog said:
I remember reading that each pope designs his papal ring and also the pectoral cross he wears. It takes a few weeks for the pieces to be made by Italian artisans who are selected to design and make the pieces that the pope will wear throughout his papacy. The papal ring of each pope is destroyed upon his death so that it can't be used by anyone as a seal on any documents. It is then buried with the pope who wore it. The design on Pope Francis' pectoral cross included an image of Christ, the Good Shepherd, carrying the lost sheep on His shoulders. And above, a dove representing the Holy Spirit.

Perhaps we will learn of Pope Leo's choices at his Inauguration and the selected designers and jewelers are working quickly to have the pieces completed by then.
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Pope Francis's Fisherman's Ring was destroyed.

This is a Vatican tradition dating back to 1521.

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"Long-standing tradition:

The ring of the Holy Father,
which is referred to as
the 'Fisherman's Ring',
is destroyed after the death of the Pope.

This symbolizes
the end of the Pontificate
of a given hierarch,
and also
prevents the forgery of documents.

It is broken with a special hammer or deep scratches are made in it.

The Fisherman's Ring is one of the attributes of the papacy,
but it also serves as a seal.

Each Pope was issued a new ring
to prevent posthumous forgery of letters or decrees.

This tradition has been going on since 1521."

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Zniszczą pierścień papieża Franciszka. Ważny powód

Pierścień Rybaka papieża Franciszka zostanie zniszczony. To watykańska tradycja sięgająca 1521 roku.
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  • #413
Dotta said:

"Leo XIV returns to tradition. ​

What does his attire signify?​


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  • Leo XIV appeared to the world in traditional papal robes, which distinguishes him from his predecessor, Francis, who, even immediately after his election, opted for simplicity.
  • The Pope's traditional attire includes a red mozzetta, an ornate stole, and a white cassock.
  • Pope Leo XIV praised Francis' legacy in his speech, even though his choice of attire suggests a different direction for his Pontificate."
wiadomosci.wp.pl

Leon XIV powraca do tradycji. Co oznacza jego strój?

Nowy papież Leon XIV powitał wiernych, ubrany w tradycyjne papieskie szaty. Jest to powrót do tradycji, od której odszedł jego poprzednik Franciszek. Czy na tej podstawie możemy dowiedzieć się czegoś o...
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Wasn't Francis's simple white garments in part due to him being a Jesuit. Leo is an Augustinian.
 
  • #414
PrairieWind said:
Wasn't Francis's simple white garments in part due to him being a Jesuit. Leo is an Augustinian.
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Augustinians,
Order of Saint Augustine is mendicant ("beggars") Order.
They live in poverty helping the poor, sick and marginalized.

They are also missionaries.
Working all over the world.

Their mission is to live like Apostles.
(Vita Apostolica)

They wear black habits with a hood and leather belt.

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(These are four Augustinians
who suffered martyrdom in the Auschwitz and Dachau camps in 1941-1942)

Here is a link from Polish Wikipedia

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Augustianie – Wikipedia, wolna encyklopedia

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Picture from this link

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Zaczął się proces beatyfikacyjny czterech augustiańskich zakonników

Rozpoczął się proces beatyfikacyjny czterech augustianów, którzy w latach 1941-1942 ponieśli męczeńską śmierć w obozach Auschwitz i Dachau – poinformowało biuro prasowe archidiecezji krakowskiej.
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I was pleased to learn that newly elected Pope Leo XIV has roots in Michigan where he attended seminary. Given his formative years in Chicago and seminary studies in west Michigan, the new Pope has what we in these parts refer to as "midwestern values". I think Leo XIV will be a fabulous Pontiff, perhaps the last in my lifetime (I'm 75).

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Detroit Catholics praise first American pope, who studied in Michigan

Pope Leo XIV was a student at a religious high school in west Michigan in the 1970s.
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BetteDavisEyes said:
I was pleased to learn that newly elected Pope Leo XIV has roots in Michigan where he attended seminary. Given his formative years in Chicago and seminary studies in west Michigan, the new Pope has what we in these parts refer to as "midwestern values". I think Leo XIV will be a fabulous Pontiff, perhaps the last in my lifetime (I'm 75).

www.freep.com

Detroit Catholics praise first American pope, who studied in Michigan

Pope Leo XIV was a student at a religious high school in west Michigan in the 1970s.
www.freep.com

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Last night Chris Hayes referred to him as a pope named "Bob". His every man personna. Roots in Michigan, Illinois, Louisiana, and extensive roots in Peru, proud feelings being shared throughout the massively Catholic continent.

Plays tennis every day. Solves the NYT Wordle daily. Knew he wanted to be a priest his entire life yet was drawn to cut and dried no angels on the head of a pin mastery of mathematics. Referred to fondly by neighbors, even as a kid that he could be pope one day.

In my old age I have moved beyond organized religion, however I love love love it that we appear to have an internationally prominent American to respect. To balance out the casual cruelty and let them eat cake attitudes we are experiencing.
 
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Dotta said:
"The American Augustinians
recall the path that Robert Prevost took to become the head of Church.

They published several interesting photographs on their website.

Among them are photos of the new Bishop of Rome with John Paul II."

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tvn24.pl

Papież Leon XIV poznał Jana Pawła II. Augustianie publikują zdjęcia

W czwartek świat poznał nowego papieża - Leona XIV. Amerykańscy augustianie przypominają drogę, jaką pokonał Robert Prevost, by stanąć na czele Kościoła. Na swojej stronie internetowej opublikowali kilka interesujących fotografii. Wśród nich są zdjęcia nowego biskupa Rzymu z Janem Pawłem II.
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I have a picture of my Uncle with Pope John Paul II from the 80’s when he was VG. The set-up looks just like that. (1st photo) Makes me wonder if it was taken on that very same day. :)
 
  • #418
BayouBelle_LA said:
I have a picture of my Uncle with Pope John Paul II from the 80’s when he was VG. The set-up looks just like that. (1st photo) Makes me wonder if it was taken on that very same day. :)
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Wow!
John Paul II is a Saint now.
Catholics pray to Saints for help.

Your Uncle shook hands with a Saint :)
 
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This is from his last interview before leaving Peru in 2023.
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Las autoridades, y me refiero a las autoridades políticas, deben aprender a escuchar mejor y a responder de manera más adecuada. Promover el bien común y una justicia igual para todos, con un compromiso auténtico de trabajar unidos, nos permitirá solucionar muchos problemas.

Es importante dejar atrás el odio y la violencia, y ponernos a trabajar unidos.” "Diario El Comercio. Todos los derechos reservados."

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El papa León XIV pidió unidad y justicia para el Perú en su última entrevista desde Chiclayo, en 2023

Antes de partir al Dicasterio para los Obispos, agradeció a la población chiclayana y destacó su vínculo con el Perú.
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