Inside Pope Leo XIV's Humble Chicago Childhood Home

Pope Leo XIV's Chicago Roots

• 🏠 The humble brick house where Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Prevost, was raised is located in Dalton, a small town outside Chicago.
• 🏡 The 3-bedroom cottage has been completely renovated and is currently on the market for $199,000.
• 👨‍👩‍👦 Robert Prevost grew up in this simple house with his librarian mother, school superintendent father, and two brothers.

Childhood and Education

• 🎓 Pope Leo XIV attended the local Catholic school, St. Mary's, where a photo shows him in second grade.
• 🏫 Although St. Mary's has since closed, a Catholic school named St. Benedict's still serves the neighborhood.
• 💬 A classmate, Nicole Nice, described him as friendly, nice, and a very good student.

Hometown Hero and Global Reaction

• 🌟 Pope Leo XIV is considered a hometown hero in Chicago, with a celebratory mood surrounding his selection.
• 🗣️ His older brother, John, expressed pride, stating, "We always knew he was born to greatness."
• 🇺🇸 The election of the first American pope has generated excitement across the USA, with celebrations at Catholic schools.
• 📢 Reactions have varied, with President Trump celebrating the American pope, while some, like Steve Bannon, expressed less enthusiasm, calling him the "worst pick for MAGA Catholics."