New “Leo from Chicago” Documentery

We are pleased to share a new documentary created by Vatican Media about the roots of Robert Francis Prevost in his native United States. Partially filmed at the Province of St. Thomas of Villanova and Villanova University, it follows an itinerary that begins with Pope Leo’s childhood in Dolton, through the memories of his brothers Louis and John, and continues among schools and universities, communities, and parishes. It features the voices of confreres, teachers, classmates, and longtime friends, so be sure to look for some familiar Augustinian Friars!

The documentary is a production of the Vatican Dicastery for Communication, in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Apostolate El Sembrador Nueva Evangelización (ESNE), broadcast on the official channels of Vatican Radio – Vatican News.