Top News Pope Leo XIV gives 1st homily as American pontiff, says loss in faith has led to crisis in humanity Published 3 weeks ago on May 9, 2025 By The Janitor Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, gave his first homily from the Sistine Chapel on Friday in a move that could signify how he intends to lead the Catholic Church. Related Topics: Up Next Trump backs tax hike on the rich, but says GOP ‘probably’ shouldn’t do it Don't Miss Chicagoans celebrate Pope Leo XIV, who was born and raised in the Windy City Continue Reading You may like