Newman revolutionized Christianity through his magisterial explorations of the sources of theological authority and truth, the unity of the Church, conscience and religion, and the roles of dissent and consent.
“Heroic sanctity” is the hallmark of the saint, while “eminent doctrine” is the additional contribution of the doctor (teacher). The doctor has things to teach the Church.
Chiclayo went wild. “La Cumbia del Papa” by Donnie Yaipén went viral, declaring in a tune driven by his accordion, “How wonderful—look what Roberto has done.”
The Most Rev. Leonard Dawea, Bishop of Temotu and Primate of the Anglican Church of Melanesia, led a 13-member Anglican delegation to the celebration of the Pope’s new ministry.
The new pope situates himself among pontiffs whose legacies span the bold defense of orthodoxy, the reform of ecclesial corruption, and the navigation of seismic cultural shifts.
The College of Cardinals Report describes Robert Francis Prevost as “a Chicago-born prelate with views close to Pope Francis who spent many years as a missionary in Peru.”
We pray that both new leaders will be evangelists, placing the clear and winsome proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ at the heart of their public teaching and writing.