The newly elected Bishop of Rome now assumes the role of universal pastor of the Catholic Church. 7News' Scott Thuman shares what Pope Leo XIV could do next.

On "This Week," Cardinal Cupich said Pope Leo XIV may call for changes to the United States immigration system.

While posturing as a reformer, Prevost was selected to further the Church’s alliance with capital and protect its own extensive financial interests

Pope Leo XIV — the first U.S.-born pontiff, who is of Spanish and Creole descent and served in Latin America — is uniquely positioned to help ease deep divisions between the country's white and Latino Catholics.

American author, speaker and theologian Bishop Robert Barron says he thinks the new pope's papal name selection represents his motivations to strike a balance in a very divided world.

Michele Bowe is the Ambassador of the Order of Malta to Palestine. The Order of Malta is an ancient Catholic order that serves the sick and poor.

Pope Leo XIV, the first pontiff to hail from the United States, will face a number of challenges as he takes over leadership of the Catholic Church.

Pope Leo XIV held his first meeting with cardinals since his May 8 election and offered a glimpse into his vision for the Church.