He’s God’s Messenger. Friday, Apr 17, 2026 5:00 AM. Last year, Pope Leo XIV questioned whether the “inhuman treatment of immigrants” is consistent with the Gospel’s call to welcome the stranger. As the first pope born in the United States and a former missionary in Peru, his reflections on migration carry particular weight. Born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago on September 14, 1955, he holds dual U.S. And Peruvian citizenship and has spent decades serving marginalized communities across the Americas. His papal ministry, which began on May 8, 2025, continues to emphasize compassion, justice, and solidarity with those forced to flee their homes. In a world where displacement reaches record levels, Pope Leo XIV’s voice remains a moral compass for the faithful and a challenge to policies that neglect human dignity.
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