Prevost, 69, who chose the name Pope Leo XIV, was formerly the prior general, or leader, of the Order of St. Augustine.

The new Pope Leo XIV has a special connection to San Diego, having visited St. Augustine High School several times over the years.

The announcement of a new pope Thursday swept through downtown St. Augustine, a city founded on the Catholic faith. The fact that he is an American thoroughly surprised people in what is known as the ...

Pope Leo XIV is a man of many firsts; apart from being the first American-born pope, he is also the first pope to be an Augustinian.