Pope Leo delighted Catholic cinephiles this week by revealing his four favorite films, in anticipation of his upcoming meeting with members of the “World of Cinema” at the Vatican.
Brigid McCabe
Brigid McCabe is America’s assistant editor for digital strategy. She was previously a 2025-2026 O’Hare Fellow.
Posted inMusic
Finally, a pop star who understands Catholicism: Rosalía’s triumphant new album ‘Lux’
On “Lux,” the divine and the human are inextricably linked: Rosalía talks about the world by talking about God.
Posted inScripture Reflections
Does God know my heart better than I do?
A Reflection for Saturday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time, by Brigid McCabe
Posted inFilm
The complicated relationship between Catholics and ‘The Conjuring’ horror franchise
“The Conjuring: Last Rites,” like others films in the series, capitalizes on Catholic imagery without Catholic endorsement.
Posted inFaith in Focus
This year’s best Catholic Halloween costumes: White Sox Pope Leo, Conclave Seagull, Luce and more
Whether you’re looking for a solo, couple or group option, these ideas will put you, we hope, in the running for “best costume” at your parish’s Halloween party.
Posted inPoetry
Poetry review: Lyric wonder, again and again
In this year’s poetry roundup, some of the poets whose collections we discuss are Catholic, some are not. But regardless of their religious commitments, wonder shows up in these poets’ work again and again.
Posted inScripture Reflections
Lessons in prayer from Flannery O’Connor
A Reflection for Wednesday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time, by Brigid McCabe
Posted inIdeas
Pope Crave: The Catholic social media account bringing Gen-Z vibes to the Vatican beat
How does a fanpage for the 2024 film “Conclave” become a source of real-life Catholic news, memes and discourse with over 100,000 followers on X?
Posted inShort Take
Jerry quit Ben & Jerry’s. You don’t have to agree with his progressive politics to admire his moral resolve.
Jerry Greenfield claims that Ben & Jerry’s ability to remain values-driven is being threatened by Unilever’s attempts to control the brand’s messaging, especially its criticism of Israel’s conduct in the war in Gaza.
Posted inScripture Reflections
Mary’s central role in Catholic art and tradition
A Reflection for the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, by Brigid McCabe