Exclusive Pope Leo XIV Painting: Q&A With Artist Julia Hetzel
Last week, the Universal Church gathered as white smoke rose from the Vatican. It’s hard to put into words the joy and unity of that moment—especially for us as Americans. For the first time in his...
Vivat Papa Americanus! Reflections from an American Seminarian in St. Peter’s Square
Vivat Papa Americanus! I was away from Rome on Easter break when I received the news of Pope Francis’ passing, and I was shocked since he had given his blessing to the whole world just the day bef...
Papal Inauguration Q&A: What Catholics Should Know
What is a papal inauguration, and how is it different from a coronation? The papal inauguration is the formal Mass that marks the beginning of a newly elected pope’s ministry. Unlike medieval times...