Is America having a Catholic revival? The idea that the United States is seeing a surge in converts to the faith, especially Gen Z-ers, might be more projection than fact. But the reaction to the clashes between Pope Leo XIV and President…
It’s hard for most Americans to find a progressive church
I hear from progressive Christians all the time who tell me they cannot find a congregation where they fit in and feel comfortable. As one reader said, “I believe we are created to be in relationship, and my spirit desires…
I’ll side with the Catholics on this one
ICE came to Baton Rouge for Christmas, and at least one Southern Baptist pastor welcomed them. Lewis Richerson, pastor of Woodlawn Baptist Church, told The New York Times, “I would not knowingly extend Communion to an illegal immigrant who is…
Unpacking the Catholic bishops’ statements on immigration
Conservative Catholics in the United States have had a rough week. From the openly gay ABC news anchor Gio Benitez being publicly confirmed in New York, to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops condemning the Trump administration’s immigration policies,…
Conservative young priests are the future of the American church
For decades, older priests have complained about conservative younger priests who have been coming out of seminaries in recent years, while those younger priests have complained about old liberal priests. The views of younger priests are especially important because they…
Pope Leo XIV will soon have to address the call for women deacons
Like unpaid bills arriving for the inheritor of a house, reports will soon arrive on Pope Leo XIII’s desk offering possible steps to take on some of the most hot-button issues facing the Catholic Church — among them the question…
As the white smoke dissipates, Leo XIV isn’t exactly Francis 2.0
Catholics and non-Catholics alike are riding high on emotions over two words: Habemus papam. (We have a pope.) However, once the honeymoon is over and reality sets in, enthusiasm for Pope Leo XIV likely will subside as some supporters of…
JD Vance should listen to Pope Leo
Vice President JD Vance is in a curious position now that Pope Leo XIV has assumed office, since Vance is both a Catholic in good standing and a figure who regularly clashes with Catholic leadership. On Jan. 29, the newly…
Pope Leo selection hints moderate direction for Rome
In what seems to be an act of surprising confidence and agreement, the College of Cardinals came to quick agreement on the second day of this week’s papal Conclave to launch white smoke from the Sistine chapel. Thousands gathered outside…
Pope Leo XIV is likely to continue the Francis agenda
Pope Leo XIV will be known for many things, including being the first American pope and the first Augustinian pope, but he most likely will not be known for turning the Catholic Church in a more conservative direction. Cardinal Robert…
Has any Republican leader feigned concern for image of Trump as pope?
Baptist News Global has conducted an internet search for any currently elected Republican official who has criticized President Donald Trump’s AI-generated image of him as pope and found none. It is possible some Republican officials have spoken privately about the…
The president stands at the gate of heaven and St. Peter says …
Many Americans watched the funeral coverage of Pope Francis with chagrin, noting the bright blue suit of the president of these United States, which stood out sharply from the prescribed black clothing of other dignitaries who had come to mourn…