Leo’s first year: Through the eyes of the cardinals

One year after his election, Pope Leo XIV is still revealing the shape of his pontificate as the cardinals who chose him reflect on his leadership, priorities and pursuit of unity.

(Catholic Herald) — Two days after Cardinal Robert Prevost accepted the vote of his brothers in the College of Cardinals to become Pope, the newly minted Leo XIV outlined the priorities of his papacy. As of May 8, 2026, the cardinals and the Church at large are provided with the opportunity to assess Leo’s first year on the papal throne and examine how …