Pope Leo XIV 'caresses' French traditionalists
In his letter to the French bishops for the centenary of the canonisations, Pope Leo XIV places Saints John Eudes, John Mary Vianney, and Thérèse of the Child Jesus at the foundation of the missionary revival and the rebirth of vocations — topics that were taboo in the previous pontificate.
Italian bishops’ report on abuse hides more than it clarifies
Although presented as a report on abuse within the Church, the Italian bishops' report appears to be a self-referential exercise designed to demonstrate the measures being taken to prevent and combat abuse. The figures refer only to reports, but says little about their reliability or the characteristics of this phenomenon.
Saint Paul VI to journalists: 'prophets of the word'
An intellectual and a learned man, Pope Montini inherited his love of journalism from his father, equating it with an art and defining it as a ‘courageous mission in the service of truth’.
Religious Education: America and Europe go different ways
Comparing the United States and Europe’s approaches to religious education reveals two forces moving in opposite directions. In the United States, students can attend classes for that purpose outside of school hours, with one hour specifically set aside for this purpose. In Montana, for example, this free hour is encouraged. However, in Poland, the Tusk government is moving in the opposite direction.
Satisfaction without enthusiasm. The post-Paglia era is an unknown quantity
While the departure of Monsignor Paglia is certainly a cause for satisfaction, those called to replace him do not guarantee the intention to return the Pontifical Academy for Life and the John Paul II Institute to their origins.
‘Standing outside abortion clinics is about freedom for everyone’
‘In the United Kingdom, freedom of expression is under threat, but facing legal action gave me the chance to express my faith, and I am grateful for the support and prayers of so many people.’ Livia Tossici Bolt, the Italian-British scientist who was recently convicted for protesting near an abortion clinic, speaks to the Daily Compass.
Duka: Countering gender ideology is a priority for new Pope
The Archbishop Emeritus of Prague discusses evangelisation and the revival of catechesis. He also addresses the pressing issues facing Leo XIV, including the Chinese dossier, the German synodal drift, and rainbow ideologies, which he views as an extension of communism.
Cardinal Goh: Leo will clarify doctrine
Confusion over Church teaching caused division and polarisation. 'The new Pope will not be ambiguous and will not leave the interpretation of what he says up to each individual,' the Archbishop of Singapore told the Daily Compass.
Trump’s complicated gamble for world peace identifies China as main enemy
The long phone call between the US President and Putin, aimed at pushing for an end to the conflict in Ukraine, is part of an ambitious project to redefine international relations on all fronts: Europe, the Mediterranean, the Middle East and Central and South Asia. This is based on the belief that the US's main rival is China. As demonstrated by the recent mission to the Middle East...
Leo XIV and Social Doctrine: an uncertain path
The new Pope’s significant speech delivered on 17 May to the Centesimus Annus Foundation does not clarify whether it represents a “turning point” in the relaunch of Social Doctrine, or if we should expect a “reform in continuity” with Pope Francis.
Synodality: Hollerich attempts to constrain Pope Leo
Amidst the attempts of various cardinals to set the tone for the new pontificate, the ultra-liberal Jesuit, Jean-Claude Hollerich, gains prime position: no revolutions, only evolutions. And woe betide anyone who challenges the synodal 'dogmas'. Today, the real revolution would be a return to order.
Sexual abuse: Prevost could follow Benedict XVI's example
What we have and have not said: clarification on the allegations against the Pope for covering up paedophile priests in Peru, following two journalists' intervention to exonerate him. The only way forward is through transparency and clarification.
