Pope Leo XIV has taken over the Vatican’s official social media handles. VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV has taken over the Vatican’s official social media handles, with a first Instagram post on Tuesday repeating the first words he said to the world as pope: “Peace be with you all!”

"He knows everyone, and we all know him — that made it especially meaningful."The Shrine at Saint AugustineThe shrine, run by the religious order of Saint Augustine, is home to an ancient image of the Virgin Mary,

Pope Leo XIV held his first public audience with members of the media, saying the church stood in solidarity with them for "seeking the truth."