JBlendz Enterprises and the Pope Leo XIV Legacy Campaign have captured the attention of Chicago media as we work to restore the historic St. Mary of the Assumption church and school campus in Riverdale — the boyhood parish of Pope Leo XIV. From preservation alerts to stories highlighting the transformation of this long-vacant landmark into a vibrant community hub for workforce training, our efforts continue to generate local interest and support.

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Explore the latest media coverage, watch our video updates, and see how the story of saving Pope Leo’s childhood church is unfolding on Chicago’s South Side.