Historic First English Address by Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV, recently elected as the first North American pontiff, delivered his initial Mass address in English, a historic first for the Catholic Church.

Speaking in the Sistine Chapel, Pope Leo XIV expressed gratitude to the cardinals and urged them to help carry and bless the Catholic faith worldwide.

His use of English highlighted a significant shift from his previous public addresses delivered in Italian and Spanish, signaling a new approach in his papacy.

(With inputs from agencies.)