Pope Leo XIV has begun correcting some of Pope Francis’ more questionable financial reforms and decisions, canceling a law Monday that had concentrated financial power in the Vatican bank.
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Vatican congratulates first female archbishop of Canterbury
The head of the Vatican’s ecumenical office congratulated Anglican Bishop Sarah Mullally of London on her appointment as the next archbishop of Canterbury.
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Deep Dive: Inside the Swiss Guard, protectors of the pope
In this deep dive episode of “Inside the Vatican,” the team reports from the Swiss Guard’s barracks on how the historic corps is navigating the tension between tradition and reform.
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The Swiss Guards have a new uniform. Don’t worry, the iconic one remains
The pope’s army on Thursday unveiled an additional uniform for nonceremonial, formal occasions, such as a diplomatic reception or official dinner outside the Vatican walls.
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Pope Leo is finding his voice on migration
Pope Leo XIV has inherited a migration crisis of historic proportions. As the leader of the universal church, he stands as one of the few global leaders able and willing to speak out in defense of the migrant.
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Trump vs. the Vatican at the UN general assembly
Despite the growing American threats to withdraw, Vatican officials still perceive the United Nations as a fundamental instrument of world peace and justice seeking.
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Pope Leo weighs in on controversy over Cardinal Cupich giving Sen. Durbin immigration award
“They are very complex issues,” Pope Leo said, and “I don’t know if anyone has all the truth on them.”
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Pope Leo’s surprise appointment to lead the Vatican bishops’ office
In this short episode of “Inside the Vatican”—abbreviated because of a forthcoming deep dive episode—Colleen and Gerry discuss Archbishop Iannone’s background and what he may bring to this influential Vatican role.
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Pope Leo’s first interview reveals a careful canon lawyer
Pope Leo XIV is not going to reject the reforms of Pope Francis, but neither is he going to quickly move beyond them.
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NYC choir performs at the Vatican for Pope Leo—in his own words
“It was truly a spiritual moment unlike anything I have experienced before,” Joey Chancey, the director of music for the Church of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City, said.