Francis: A Pope of “Firsts”
From the moment he stepped onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica in 2013, Pope Francis signalled a different kind of papacy, as he...
“We now ask you to pray for us!”: Rome’s Last Farewell...
Vatican City—The bells of St. Peter’s Basilica tolled at 10 a.m. Roman time, setting a solemn tone as thousands gathered for Pope Francis’...
Cd. Zen Criticizes Synods, But Is Change Really Happening?
Following the recent conclusion of the Synod on Synodality, Cardinal Emeritus Joseph Zen of Hong Kong voiced criticisms regarding Pope Francis’ approach to synodality:
“From...
Applying Doctrine, Not Dividing It: The Synod on Episcopal Conferences
Over the past months, there were concerns that the Synod would decentralize Catholic teaching authority to episcopal conferences, with many fearing that such a...
Dilexit Nos: The Essential Points to Know
On October 24, 2024, Pope Francis released his fourth encyclical, dedicated to the Heart of Jesus Christ: Dilexit Nos (“He Loved Us”).
What follows is...
Synod’s Call to Action: More Lay and Female Involvement
At a Synod press conference held on October 14, the speakers emphasized the need for greater involvement of laypeople, including women, in the Church's...
