Pope Watch 2025

[celedhring]

I miss ceviche and I am not even Peruvian. Shit's awesome.

[Grey Fox]

Well, I, as possibly the only practising Catholic here (?) am proud of my new overlord. 

Obviously not practicing and a none believer but I'm technically a full blown Catholic, like most of the Baby boomers children in Quebec.

[Norgy]

I miss ceviche and I am not even Peruvian. Shit's awesome.

Truth.
Probably one of the best dishes I know how to make.

[Syt]

I miss ceviche and I am not even Peruvian. Shit's awesome.

I never had it. But we have a Peruvian intern who misses it a lot.

[Sheilbh]

I miss ceviche and I am not even Peruvian. Shit's awesome.

Fair. It's fantastic.

Also (showing their unseriousness and focus on the signifier) I've seen lots of American trad Catholics are very excited about the Pope wearing the mozzetta (little red cape) and gold pectoral cross (unlike Francis who kept his iron one). They seem to think those fashion choices indicate he's going to be a bit trad and "based".

Meanwhile the Pope spoke to Cardinals today - wanting to renew "our complete commitment" to Vatican II as "masterfully and concretely" set forth by Pope Francis in his encyclical. Then said he chose the name Leo because of Leo XIII's Rerum Novarum establishing Catholic social teaching and noting that he wants to respond to "another industrial revolution and developments in the field of artificial intelligence that pose new challenges for the defence of human dignity, justice and labour". And then he closed off with quoting St Paul VI - the Pope who closed Vatican II and is probably the most siginificant reformer this side of the Catholic Reformation (not only quoting St Paul VI but going for a deep cut document that isn't even translated into English ).

[Sheilbh]

Yep - very, very keen on this Pope so far:

In the context of the ongoing digital revolution, we must rediscover, emphasize and cultivate our duty to train others in critical thinking, countering temptations to the contrary, which can also be found in ecclesial circles.  There is so little dialogue around us; shouting often replaces it, not infrequently in the form of fake news and irrational arguments proposed by a few loud voices. Deeper reflection and study are essential, as well as a commitment to encounter and listen to the poor, who are a treasure for the Church and for humanity. Their viewpoints, though often disregarded, are vital if we are to see the world through God's eyes. Those born and raised far from the centers of power should not merely be taught the Church's social doctrine; they should also be recognized as carrying it forward and putting it into practice. Individuals committed to the betterment of society, popular movements and the various Catholic workers' groups are an expression of those existential peripheries where hope endures and springs anew. I urge you to let the voice of the poor be heard.