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Pope Leo XIV May Be a Stern Teacher for American Catholics

admin12 May 2025

As a Jesuit, I felt sure 12 years ago that there was no real chance the cardinals would elect a Jesuit pope. As an American, I felt sure six days ago that there was no real chance they would elect someone from the United States. Today, I am overjoyed ...

Friday Briefing

admin9 May 2025

The election of the first American pope.

The New Pope Might Be Something Like the Old Pope

admin9 May 2025

With the election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV, the College of Cardinals sent a clear message of continuity with the reformist agenda of his predecessor, Pope Francis. But despite Leo’s reputation as having a quieter, more disciplined ...