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Pope Leo XIV has made waves with some of his fashion choices, returning to much of the traditional pomp of popes past.

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Pope Leo XIV has affirmed his views on gay marriage and abortion, setting the tone for LGBTQ+ rights at the start of his papacy. The new head of the Catholic Church – the first American to hold ...

NEW BEDFORD — With Pride Month approaching across the world in June, there are questions around the stance of LGBTQ+ rights as Pope Leo XIV assumes leadership of the Roman Catholic Church.

particularly towards members of the LGBTQ+ community. Questions have long been asked about whether Pope Leo XIV will feel the same. Previously, in his 2012 address, Pope Leo expressed concerns ...