Francis Waives “Five-Century Rule” For Inquiry Into Possible Canonization Of Martin Luther
In a press conference aboard the papal plane this morning, Pope Francis confirmed reports that he would be investigating the life and works of 16th century “reformer” Martin Luther, stating that it was better late than never in “the Church’s eternal quest for ecumenism.” On October 15, Pope Francis welcomed a number of Lutherans from Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Germany to his residence in the Vatican, and called Martin Luther a brave... Read More
Pope Francis Confirms Doctrine Of The Resurrection Will Last “Forever”
Paul Haring/Catholic News Service. The Church’s belief that Jesus rose from the dead will stand forever, Pope Francis said Tuesday. The 79-year-old pontiff made the declaration in response to a reporter who asked whether he thought the Church would always insist that Jesus actually rose from the dead. “St. Pope John Paul II had the last clear word on this and it stands,” Francis said during a news conference aboard the papal plane. The... Read More
Pope Francis Names Archbishop Cupich As His Successor
Image: Goat_Girl The Vatican announced this week that Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich has been selected to be Pope Francis’ successor after the 79-year-old pontiff hits the age of retirement next year. Cupich told worshipers yesterday that he was “so very grateful and humbled by the news that he would be given the opportunity to wreak havoc upon the Church while wearing white.” Cupich, 67, will receive his “white hat” in Rome on December 18,... Read More
EWTN Set To Premiere New Epic Series, Game Of Papal Thrones
Image: Andrew Hermiz There was some exciting news for Game of Thrones fans who also happen to love Jesus today after EWTN announced that they are set to premiere their brand new epic, Game of Papal Thrones. “The launch of the new GoPT series will truly be a global Catholic television event,” said Jonathan Nunez, Associate Producer of the series based on the bestselling novel, A Gregorian Chant of Ice and Fire. “Game of Thrones is already a worldwide... Read More
Pope Francis Thinks Facing Mecca During Mass A Great Idea
Image: JennyR18 Responding to Cardinal Robert Sarah’s suggestion that priests celebrate Mass ad orientem, or facing east, Pope Francis today praised the idea, asking all priests to face Mecca while saying Mass. Speaking to a large crowd at his weekly Wednesday Audience in St. Peter’s Square, the Pope said that facing Mecca during Mass could be the ecumenical boost the Church and the east need “in these dark times.” “It is very important that... Read More