Robert Francis Announced as New Pope, Becomes First American to Hold the Position

In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been elected as the 267th pope, following the passing of Pope Francis.

Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Pope Robert I becomes the first American to ever ascend to the papacy.

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Addressing a crowd gathered at St. Peter’s Square after his election, he greeted the faithful with a message saying:“Peace be with you all.”

“We have to seek together to be a missionary church. A church that builds bridges and dialogue,”

He called on people to “show our charity” to others “and be in dialog with love.”