The Church and the Papacy

Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful for the first time from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica after he is elected Supreme Pontiff.

Pope Leo XIV: 5 Key Moments in His First Ten Months of Pontificate

In just ten months, Pope Leo XIV has bridged tradition, care for the vulnerable, and dialogue with the modern world, shaping a pontificate of fraternity, social justice, and human dignity.

Mapy Rodríguez Garza

Mar 135 min read

St. Peter’s Basilica during the funeral Mass for Pope Francis at the Vatican, as the faithful gather in prayer and remembrance. Photo: Vatican Media.

One Body in Christ: The Church After the Death of Pope Francis

What happens in the Catholic Church after the death of a Pope? This reflection explores the meaning of the Sede Vacante, the role of bishops, priests, and laity, and how the Eucharist perfects the communion of the Church.

Mapy Rodríguez Garza

Mar 95 min read