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Leo XIV: Petrine ministry is a cross and a blessing

5 days ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

Pope Leo XIV described the Petrine ministry as both a cross and a blessing as he celebrated the first Mass of his pontificate Friday in the Sistine Chapel, in the presence of the world’s cardinals. The first U.S.-born pope opened his homily at the May 9 Mass with his first public remarks in English. He said: “I’ll begin with a word in English and the rest is in Italian.
Starting Seven: May 9, 2025

6 days ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

Welcome to Starting Seven, The Pillar’s daily newsletter. I’m Luke Coppen and I aim to guide you each weekday morning to the most interesting Catholic news and comment.
The German Church’s busy papal interregnum

6 days ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

During a papal interregnum, the Vatican comes to a virtual standstill, but the Church’s sacramental life continues as usual in the world’s dioceses. .In the delicate period between popes, there is arguably an unwritten agreement that local Churches won’t press controversial issues that would typically merit the Vatican’s attention.
Starting Seven: May 8, 2025

1 week ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

Welcome to Starting Seven, The Pillar’s daily newsletter. I’m Luke Coppen and I seek to guide you each weekday morning to the most interesting Catholic news and comment.
Starting Seven: May 7, 2025

1 week ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

Welcome to Starting Seven, The Pillar’s daily newsletter. I’m Luke Coppen and I aim to guide you each weekday morning to the most interesting Catholic news and comment. Today’s Starting Seven is shorter due to our pre-conclave coverage.
Dean to cardinals: Pray for ‘new pope according to God’s heart’

1 week ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re urged cardinals Wednesday to pray that the Holy Spirit “will give us a new pope according to God’s heart for the good of the Church and of humanity.”At a May 7 Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica ahead of the conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor, the dean of the College of Cardinals reflected on the onerous task facing the 133 cardinal-electors.
What’s happening when? A conclave watcher’s guide

1 week ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

The complex, carefully choreographed process of electing a new pope has entered a decisive phase. As a papal transition happens only roughly once a decade, even Catholics who have lived through previous interregnums can feel confused about precisely what happens when after the cardinals enter the conclave. Here’s a brief guide to what to expect in the coming days.
Starting Seven: May 6, 2025

1 week ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

Welcome to Starting Seven, The Pillar’s daily newsletter. I’m Luke Coppen and I seek to guide you each weekday morning to the most interesting Catholic news and comment.
Bonus: 'Good, but' or 'Bad, but'

1 week ago | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Luke Coppen

JD is joined by The Pillar’s Senior Correspondent Luke Coppen to talk about Luke’s experience covering the past two conclaves as a journalist, and the fluctuating situation before the conclave begins on Wednesday. Then, they share their personal cardinal picks. ShareAre you a paying subscriber? Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phoneCheck the top right co…
Starting Seven: May 5, 2025

1 week ago | pillarcatholic.com | Luke Coppen

Welcome to Starting Seven, The Pillar’s daily newsletter. I’m Luke Coppen and I aim to guide you each weekday morning to the most interesting Catholic news and comment.