Matthew Bunson

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FROM EWTN PUBLISHING: ‘Pope Leo XIV has seen and experienced the Church in more contexts than perhaps any other person currently living...’ ‘Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope’ book cover (photo: EWTN Publishing) Books May 28, 2025 Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from Matthew Bunson’s new book, Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope, from EWTN Publishing and available at EWTNRC.com. The pontificate of Pope Leo XIV is still only days old.

2 weeks ago | ncregister.com | Matthew Bunson

Cardinal Goh Says He Expects Clarity in Teaching From Pope Leo XIV Cardinal Goh also addressed the issue of the traditional liturgy. Vatican EU Bishops Say Pope Leo XIV Is ‘Ready to Listen’ to Concerns About War, Populism The Russia-Ukraine war and the need to avoid rearmament in Europe were the central topics of the private meeting, according to Bishop Mariano Crociata.

3 weeks ago | ncregister.com | Matthew Bunson

Pope Leo XIV to Diplomats: Peace and Justice Can Be Achieved by Investing in the Family In his May 16 audience with the diplomatic corps, the Holy Father said peace, justice, and truth are the 'three essential words' and pillars of the Church’s evangelical mission. Vatican How You Can Watch Pope XIV’s Inauguration Mass Tune in to EWTN on Sunday morning, May 18.

4 weeks ago | ncregister.com | Matthew Bunson

US Catholics React to Election of First American Pope With Joy ‘His prayer was for peace …’ Nation FULL TEXT: Pope Leo XIV’s Homily at Mass With the Cardinal Electors in the Sistine Chapel The American Pope began his homily speaking in English. Vatican 14 Things to Know About Pope Leo XIV — the First U.S.-Born Pope In 2023, Francis made him prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops.

1 month ago | ncregister.com | Matthew Bunson

The Missionary Pope: Francis’ Tireless Effort to Bring Christ to the Margins COMMENTARY: Prioritizing the margins, he traveled to overlooked places, calling the Church to embrace its missionary mandate. Commentaries Pope Francis: 7 Iconic Moments From his very first ‘urbi et orbi’ to his last, the Holy Father called us all to remember the human person, especially in these moving moments.