Robert Prevost

Pope Leo XIV is the current Pontiff, having recently celebrated his first Holy Week as Pope. He is newsworthy due to his recent actions and pronouncements during this significant religious period. A notable event was his revival of the tradition of washing the feet of twelve priests during the Holy Thursday Mass, a departure from his predecessor's practice of washing the feet of prisoners or immigrants. This celebration was described as having a tone of reflection and austerity. Furthermore, in his first Palm Sunday address, Pope Leo XIV seemingly criticized world powers who invoke divine justification for war, suggesting a stance against using religion to legitimize violence. His actions and statements are significant as they may signal a shift in the papacy's approach to tradition and global issues.