Pope Leo XIV’s official portrait has been

Pope Leo XIV, the new Bishop of Rome, is preparing for his inaugural mass at the Vatican on Sunday, May 18, following the death of Pope Francis on April 21. The 69-year-old Chicago-born pontiff recently made his first public mass appearance, speaking English, and debuted on social media. His official papal portrait, which shows him wearing white robes and a gold cross, has sparked online discussions about the Latin phrase “In illo uno unum” on his Coat of Arms, meaning “In the One, we are one.” Additionally, the acronym “P.P.” in his sign-off has drawn curiosity, with many concluding it stands for “Pastor Pastorum” or “Shepherd of Shepherds.”

In a recent statement on May 16, Pope Leo XIV expressed conservative views on family and social issues. He emphasized that families should be based on a stable union between a man and a woman, advocating for government investment in such family structures to build peaceful societies. He also stressed the importance of protecting the dignity of all individuals, from the unborn to the elderly and marginalized groups, including immigrants and the unemployed, while reiterating his stance on traditional family values.

Official Portrait of Pope Leo XIV.
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