Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope, delivered his first mass at the Vatican, addressing a concerning "lack of faith" globally. He urged the Church to act as a "beacon," combating the societal shift towards materialism and away from faith. His election has been met with worldwide celebration, particularly in Peru and the US. The new Pope emphasized the Church's role in addressing societal issues stemming from this lack of faith, including the decline of family values and human dignity.

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