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Vatican City, May 18, 2025: Pope Leo XIV, the first American to ascend to the papacy, delivered a powerful call for unity, compassion, and global outreach during his inaugural Mass at St. Peter’s Square on Sunday. Addressing over 100,000 faithful, world leaders, and dignitaries, the 267th pontiff urged the Catholic Church to be a "sign of unity" and a "leaven of harmony for humanity."In his homily, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the role of the Church as one rooted in God's love and committed to missionary work that reaches beyond borders. “With the light and the strength of the Holy Spirit,…