As Pope Leo XIV marks his sixth month in the papacy, Catholics are beginning to see just how he will put his mark on the throne of St. Peter. Leo has spoken out on a range of issues, from artificial intelligence to immigration. He also released his first apostolic exhortation — Dilexi Te — which forcefully reminded Catholics of their need to first serve those who are least among us.
But as cardinals gathered in the Sistine Chapel six months ago, just which path the church would take after Pope Francis was still an open question. They walked into the conclave with no clear favorite in mind.
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