News from the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV has appointed new members to the International Theological Commission, the Vatican body that advises the Holy See on questions of Catholic doctrine and theology. Michael Haynes reports on the appointments and what the commission’s composition may reveal about the theological priorities of the new pontificate.
Cardinal Timothy Dolan brought his characteristic humour to New York’s annual Al Smith Dinner, joking that the title “emeritus” simply means “has-been”. Christine Rousselle reports on the cardinal’s remarks at one of the most prominent gatherings in American Catholic public life.
As Pope Leo XIV recovers from lung surgery, the Vatican faces a period of uncertainty extending well beyond the Holy Father’s health. In his latest Vatican Dispatch, Michael Haynes considers the challenges confronting Rome at home and abroad, and what they might mean for the direction of the pontificate.
Pope Leo XIV’s recovery and the approaching American midterm elections are among the developments likely to dominate the coming days. The Week Ahead looks at the principal stories to watch as the Church navigates an unsettled period in Rome and political developments gather pace across the Atlantic.
Prayer does not become fruitless simply because God seems silent, nor is its value measured by whether our petitions receive the answers we desire. David Hahn reflects on the nature of prayer as communion with God and why perseverance in prayer matters even when its effects remain unseen.
Cardinal Timothy Dolan brought his characteristic humour to New York’s annual Al Smith Dinner, joking that the title “emeritus” simply means “has-been”. Christine Rousselle reports on the cardinal’s remarks at one of the most prominent gatherings in American Catholic public life.
As Pope Leo XIV recovers from lung surgery, the Vatican faces a period of uncertainty extending well beyond the Holy Father’s health. In his latest Vatican Dispatch, Michael Haynes considers the challenges confronting Rome at home and abroad, and what they might mean for the direction of the pontificate.
Pope Leo XIV’s recovery and the approaching American midterm elections are among the developments likely to dominate the coming days. The Week Ahead looks at the principal stories to watch as the Church navigates an unsettled period in Rome and political developments gather pace across the Atlantic.
Prayer does not become fruitless simply because God seems silent, nor is its value measured by whether our petitions receive the answers we desire. David Hahn reflects on the nature of prayer as communion with God and why perseverance in prayer matters even when its effects remain unseen.
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