Pope’s approach to Islam threatens the West
Reflecting on the Pope’s Message As I wrap up my thoughts on a recent conversation with Pope Leo in this column, I want to mention that I’ll be meeting fellow Protestants at the TPUSA Pastoral Summit next week in Dallas. It’s an interesting time, to say the least. But let’s talk about this Pope. He […]
Pope’s Shortcoming: Trump’s Approval Ratings Among Church-Going Catholics Stand at 58 Percent
Pope Leon Interestingly, around 50 percent of practicing Catholics back President Trump in his approach towards Iran, which some see as a terrorist threat seeking nuclear capability. Now, it’s undeniable that Trump’s support is dwindling among those who identify as Catholic. However, for actual church-goers—those who attend Mass regularly—his support remains at a 58-42% ratio […]
Vatican Confirms Pope’s Involvement on Trump’s Board of Peace
Vatican Declines Trump’s Invitation to Gaza Peace Commission Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State, announced on Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has chosen not to accept President Trump’s invitation to join the Gaza Peace Commission. During discussions with the Italian government in Rome, Parolin stated that the Holy See “will not participate in […]
What the new pope’s name reveals about Leo XIV
I used to be one of those commentators who confidently believed that a Pope wouldn’t be elected from America. My reasoning was typical; I usually told journalists that Cardinals would hesitate to hand over the church’s leadership to U.S. citizens until, well, maybe the United States wasn’t a superpower anymore. But now, it seems we […]
SNL jokes about the pope’s death, implicating VP Vance in a surprising skit.
Saturday Night Live is no stranger to poking fun at religion, but its recent sketches have drawn criticism for indicating that Vice President J.D. Vance may have had a role in Pope Francis’ death. The episode kicked off with a heartfelt musical tribute to mothers ahead of Mother’s Day. However, the mood swiftly shifted when […]
Former White Sox pitcher reacts humorously to the Pope’s support
Former Chicago White Sox pitcher Eric Fedde had a light-hearted reaction upon discovering that new Pope Robert Prevast is a fan of his former team. At a press event, the 32-year-old, now with the St. Louis Cardinals, was asked about Pope Leo XIV’s support for the White Sox. He quipped, “Well, maybe he had to […]
Bishop clarifies the significance of the new pope’s intriguing name
American author, speaker, and theologian Bishop Robert Baron was present in the Vatican recently to witness the election of a new Pope. He shared his insights with various media outlets regarding the “fascinating” choice of Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV. The name a Pope chooses often carries significant meaning, reflecting on how they […]
Vance states he will not engage in the political manipulation of the Pope’s message.
Vice President JD Vance refrained from delving into political aspects regarding the newly elected Pope, remarking that his election is “a wonderful thing.” In a conversation with conservative radio figure Hugh Hewitt, Vance noted, “Many have said you’d never see an American Pope,” adding his approval of the outcome. Vance expressed a desire for the […]
Complete Text of the New Pope’s Initial Public Speech
Vatican City: This marks the initial address from Pope Leo XIV, delivered from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Cathedral shortly after his election as the new Pope and leader of the Catholic Church. “You’re welcome to join us! Dear brothers and sisters, this is the first greeting from our resurrected Christ, the good shepherd […]
How Popes Select Their Names and What It Means
The Catholic Church welcomes a new leader when white smoke signals emerge from the Sistine Chapel, announcing “Habemus Papam” (we have a Pope) to the crowd in St. Peter’s Square. Before he even appears on the balcony, a significant decision has already been made: his name. This choice marks the first public action of the […]