#pope-francis

#pope-francis

Pope Leo XIV signaled commitment to continuing the fight against clergy sexual abuse by appointing France's Bishop Thibault Verny to head the Vatican's child protection advisory commission. Verny, 59, replaces American Cardinal Sean O'Malley, the retired archbishop of Boston, who was the founding president of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. This commission was established by Pope Francis in 2014 to advise the church on best practices to fight abuse and protect children.

Assuming I have the right X account, he reposted a tweet recently which was anti-Trump in regard to immigration policy. I am Catholic, I generally liked Pope Francis (and likely this new Pope) but disagree with them on their immigration statements.

Pope Francis believed that sports transcended cultural differences, using them as a means of connecting various communities, emphasizing his lifelong passion for soccer and its inclusive nature.

The growing anticipation surrounding Pope Francis, whether he is a Cubs or a White Sox fan, reflects a deeper cultural connection between sports and identity in Chicago.

Although the Basilica de San José de Flores was mostly overlooked prior to 2013, it has gained significance as a site connected to Pope Francis's early life.

"How I would like a Church which is poor and for the poor," he said, reflecting his vision that emphasizes humility and service during his papacy.

'The Calling of Saint Matthew' highlights the transformative power of mercy as depicted through Caravaggio's artistry, aligned with Pope Francis's papal motto.

"It's still so hard to actually believe," Pagan-Peterson said, noticing the collective grief of many Catholics for the loss of a pope who championed inclusiveness.

"When my name was pronounced for the seventy-seventh time, there was a burst of applause... Cardinal Hummes... embraced me: 'Don't forget the poor,' he said. Those words... remained with me."