Pope Leo XIV's Deep Mercy Roots

A Connection to the Sisters of Mercy and Mercy Education

The Sisters of Mercy joined Catholics around the world rejoicing at the news of a new pontiff, and even more so when they learned who it was. Pope Leo XIV has many ties to Mercy through his family and his ministries. 

Pope Leo XIV was born on the South Side of Chicago in a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, beginning a lifelong connection to Mercy values and ministries. These roots run deep — especially through his family and personal experiences within the Mercy community. His mother’s sister, Sister Mary Sulpice Martinez, RSM was a Sister of Mercy in Chicago. 

Read more about his Mercy connection here.