by Steve Harmon | May 19, 2025 | Analysis
On Sunday, May 18, Pope Leo XIV was formally inaugurated in a Mass in St. Peter’s Square. The whole church, including and beyond the Catholic Church, participated in the inauguration of his ministry. Ecumenical guests included leaders of the Eastern Orthodox Churches,...
by Steve Harmon | May 16, 2025 | Opinion
Although its origins are likely more Western and recent, “May you live in interesting times!” is often quoted as an ancient Chinese saying. It can function either as a blessing or a curse. Regardless of the saying’s origins, Pope Leo XIV has indeed ascended to the...
by Jamie Marich | May 13, 2025 | Opinion
“We have a Pope!” my mother, a lifelong and devoted Catholic, texted me at 12:13 p.m. ET on Thursday. I was in the middle of teaching a course when I caught a glimpse of her text. My heart skipped with excitement. The formal announcement of Robert Prevost as Pope Leo...
by Steve Harmon | May 9, 2025 | News
My last contribution to Good Faith Media before the conclave opened on Wednesday addressed the question, “Who Might Become Pope?” We now have the answer to that question. Robert Francis Prevost, age 69, was born in Chicago. He has been a cardinal serving as prefect of...
by Starlette Thomas | May 8, 2025 | News
When asked if the Catholic Church should “stick to its traditional teachings, even if it means the church gets smaller” or “be more inclusive, even if it means changing some of its teachings,” a majority of U.S. Catholics polled chose the latter of the contrasting...
