The name choice of a new pope carries symbolism for the values he wishes to emulate, in recognition of the most pressing issues he sees as leader of the Catholic Church. For Pope Leo XIV, artificial intelligence is at the heart of his name choice. Born Robert Francis Prevost, the new pope chose his papal … Read more
Pope Francis meets with Iraqi president Barham Saleh in Baghdad on March 5, 2021. AFP Jorge Mario Bergoglio − a pope “from the end of the Earth,” unlike his European predecessors − infused Vatican diplomacy with a perspective from the Global South, specifically that of Latin America. It was at times surprising and fascinating, but … Read more
.jpg?itok=Qb3uYt5D "Who will succeed Pope Francis? Exploring potential candidates from Vatican circles – Go Health Pro")
A popular saying in Vatican circles is that if you “enter a conclave as pope, you leave as a cardinal.” It implies the sacred and secretive process is no popularity contest or campaign, but rather the divinely inspired election of Christ’s Vicar on Earth by the princes of the church. Still, there were always front-runners, … Read more