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What will the Antichrist look like? According to Western thought, an authoritarian king – or the pope

The US presidency and the papacy came together on May 3 when Donald Trump posted an AI-generated photograph of himself dressed as the pope to Truth Social. The image was then shared by the White House’s accounts. Seated in an ornate (Mar-a-Lago-style) …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Catholic Americans rejoice for Pope Leo XIV

In truth, the first emotion that swept this part of the square was confusion. Cardinal Dominique Mamberti announced the result in Latin. The 40,000 people assembled in the square got the “habemus papam” bit — “we have a pope” — which elicited more cheers. …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on May 7, 2025

Cardinals begin choosing new pope in largest ever conclave

Catholic cardinals from all over the world have begun casting their votes for a new pope under Michelangelo’s The Last Judgment fresco in the Sistine Chapel in what is the largest and possibly the most unpredictable conclave to ever take place. One of the …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on May 6, 2025

How Pope Francis holds powerful sway over the 2025 conclave

When the 133 cardinal electors enter the Sistine Chapel Wednesday (May 7) to select the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church, the influence of Pope Francis will be inside with them — not just in the eight in 10 he named as cardinals, but also in their …

Source: National Catholic Reporter - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Sydney unites in reverent Requiem Mass for Pope Francis

A profound stillness enveloped St Mary’s Cathedral as hundreds gathered in solemn unity on 1 May, to honour the memory of the late Pope Francis at the Pontifical Requiem Mass. It was a night of sacred memorial and reflection under the reverent guidance …

Source: The Catholic Weekly - Center-right
Published on May 6, 2025

What we know ahead of the conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor

A general view taken from the cupola of St Peter’s basilica shows St Peter’s square and Via della Conciliazione, in The Vatican on May 3, 2025. Agence France-Presse VATICAN CITY — Cardinals from around the world will meet under Michelangelo’s frescoes in …

Source: Inquirer - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

White smoke, new shepherd: Catholic Church has a new pope

VATICAN CITY — The Catholic Church for the first time will be led by an American after Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago was elected by his colleagues to be the Vatican’s 267th leader. He chose to be called Pope Leo XIV. Speaking in lightly …

Source: The Washington Times - Right-wing
Published on May 6, 2025

Was Trump the Only Leader to Wear a Blue Suit to Pope Francis' Funeral?

On Saturday, April 26, Pope Francis was laid to rest amidst a crowd of roughly 250,000 people. Among those in attendance were several prominent world leaders and public figures, including US President Donald Trump, former President Joe Biden, Prince …

Source: AllSides - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

US Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost to lead Catholic Church as Pope Leo XIV

Skip next section World leaders react to election of Pope Leo XIV 05/08/2025May 8, 2025World leaders react to election of Pope Leo XIV The election of Pope Leo XIV brought congratulations from all over the world. Polish President Andrzej Duda's …

Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV faces limits on changing the Catholic Church − but Francis made reforms that set the stage for larger ...

Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States has been picked to be the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church; he will be known as Pope Leo XIV. Attention now turns to what vision the first American pope will bring. Change is hard to bring about in the …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on May 7, 2025

Catholic cardinals shared Italian Jews’ concerns that pope ‘abandoned’ them, veteran journalist says

Italian Catholic cardinals showed solidarity with the local Jewish community, many of whose members felt Pope Francis was insensitive to the suffering of Israelis in the ongoing war, Maurizio Molinari, former editor-in-chief of major Italian daily la …

Source: Jewish Insider - Center-right
Published on May 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV gives first speech after elected to lead Catholic Church

Cardinal Robert Prevost from Chicago, who has both U.S. and Peruvian citizenship, was elected to be the new leader of the Catholic Church, becoming the first pope from either country and taking the name Leo XIV. Pope Leo appeared on the central balcony of …

Source: USA Today - Neutral
Published on 03:57 GMT

Catholics in the nation's capital embrace the first US-born pope

WASHINGTON – Across the nation’s capital, Catholics joyously welcomed the news of the church’s first U.S.-born pope. “I never thought in my lifetime I would see an American pope,” said Rev. Msgr. W. Ronald Jameson, the director of St. Matthew’s Cathedral. …

Source: USA Today - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

An 'extremely joyful day' for US Catholics

The stunning news of the Catholic Church's first U.S.-born pope gave way to excitement for Catholics across the United States, who greeted the announcement that Chicago-born Robert Francis Prevost had been named the global church's leader with …

Source: USA Today - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

What to know about American-born Robert Prevost's family members

On just the second day of voting, 133 cardinals from across the globe made history during the papal conclave Thursday, May 8, choosing the first American-born pontiff in Cardinal Robert Prevost. The 69-year-old, who will go by the name Leo XIV, spent his …

Source: USA Today - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

As Cardinal, Pope Leo XIV was critical of Trump…

WASHINGTON — Before being elected on May 8 as the leader of the Catholic church, Pope Leo XIV shared social media posts criticizing President Donald Trump's and Vice President JD Vance's stances on immigration. In three posts, then-Cardinal Robert …

Source: USA Today - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

Conclave: After Pope Francis' death, who are frontrunners to become new head of Catholic Church?

One of the most keenly-observed electoral processes around the world is that of picking a new pope. After Pope Francis' death last month at age 88, preparations are on in the Vatican City to choose the new head of the Catholic Church -- that boasts …

Source: DNA India - Right-wing
Published on May 7, 2025

The next pope? You probably won't know him.

UPDATE (May 8, 2025, 1:33 p.m. ET): Robert Prevost of the United States has been elected as the new leader of the Catholic Church — and the first American pope. He will be known as Pope Leo XIV. White smoke rose out of the Sistine Chapel’s chimney …

Source: MSNBC - Center-left
Published on May 6, 2025

Where do the main contenders to replace Pope Francis stand on key global issues?

Cardinals from around the world will sequester in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel on Wednesday to elect the next pope in a sub rosa process known as the conclave. Whoever is chosen as the next Bishop of Rome and the new pontiff will face plenty of …

Source: Euronews - Neutral

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 13:05 GMT

Cardinals Continue Papal Voting Process to Select New Pope

(MENAFN) The assembly of cardinal electors entered its second day of deliberations on Thursday, continuing the process of voting to select the next leader of the Catholic Church. The day commenced with 133 cardinal electors participating in a morning mass …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 17:36 GMT

Trump receives backlash over pope AI picture

(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump ignored backlash on a picture of himself as the next pope using AI that the white house decided to share, which made above 1.4 billion Catholics upset. Trump reported to reporters at the White house "The …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Trump reacts to AI pope illustration backlash

(MENAFN) Former President Donald Trump has brushed off criticism surrounding a viral AI-generated image showing him in papal attire, claiming that the backlash is fueled by the "fake news media" rather than the Catholic community. The image, …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Vatican Cardinals Encounter Crucial Decision

(MENAFN) As the Catholic Church approaches its upcoming papal conclave scheduled for Wednesday, Vatican observers report that cardinals are feeling the weight of selecting a new leader who can mend the widening rift between progressive and traditionalist …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

A Message of Blessing and Invitation to Pope Leo XIV from the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests (ARCWP)

"Pope Leo XIV: Women Priests Urge Healing Dialogue and Shared Leadership from the Margins" SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "From the Margins to Communion: ARCWP Seeks Dialogue with Pope Leo XIV for a Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Session to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and religious liberty

Leading figures from the two colliding worlds of AI and religious liberty discuss the rapid development of AI and its impacts on religious liberty today. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading figures from the two …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Christian Howard offers facts to support Einstein’s statement "reality is merely an illusion".

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When asked to explain about the world being an illusion, Howard replies: “Like Einstein, millions of people believe the physical world is an illusion. Thousands of …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:10 GMT

New Book When in Doubt, Call 91:1 Explores Faith, Healing, and Redemption Through Life’s Deepest Struggles

WALDORF, MD, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her deeply personal and inspiring new memoir, When in Doubt, Call 91:1, Rhonece Ford takes readers on an emotional journey of faith, loss, and healing. Through raw storytelling and powerful …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 17:13 GMT

The Providence, a Franciscan Community, Names Galen Heins Director of Sales and Marketing

ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Providence, a new Life Plan Community located in the Albany, NY area featuring Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care is pleased to announce the addition of Galen Heins …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Forge Alliance for Israel Advocacy in the Nation’s Capital

Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress for stronger support for Israel. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:48 GMT

Faith at Work conference attracts major corporate and civil society sponsors

We are thrilled that the 6th National Faith@Work Fortune 500 Conference has a fantastic group of sponsors from corporations and civil society partners. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dare to Overcome (DTO) is …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

AMMWEC President Anila Ali Delivers Historic Keynote at Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Israel Independence Event

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a moving and historic keynote address at the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee’s Israel Independence Day celebration, Anila Ali, President of the American Muslim & …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:33 GMT

Twice GRAMMY-Nominated, Dove Award-Winning Sanctus Real Shares 'The Difference' Message Of Hope With Prison Inmates

Full-Length Concert at Grafton Correctional Facility Sponsored by Send Musicians to Prison; “The Difference” Hits Radio Stations Nationwide June 18 NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two-time GRAMMY®-nominated, GMA …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 13:42 GMT

The National Church Black Initiative Asks the Supreme Court to Rule in Favor of Religious Liberty and the Parents

Without undermining the integrity of Gay parents' humanity WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American churches representing 27.7 …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Jon Albert’s Inspirational Book, 'Abundant Living: A Guide to a Rich Life with God and Others'

Discover True Fulfillment: Guides Readers to a Life Rooted in Faith and Purpose AZ, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jon Albert presents his book “Abundant Living” which serves as a heartfelt resource to help readers experience …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 07:39 GMT

Jerry and Glennis Butler Bring Proven PAIRS Relationship Tools to Florida Families

Former VA Chaplain AIMS to Serve Veterans, LGBTQ Couples and People Impacted by Trauma PALMETTO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jerry and Glennis Butler, a devoted couple known for their deep faith and commitment to helping …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

'70s Playboy Bunny and "WHO'S WHO" Honoree Barbara Camp Writes Inspirational Book "Your Soul: Fixer-Upper or Tear-Down?"

Timeless Truth in Modern Metaphors - A Witty and Motivating Biblical Blueprint for Renovation and Rebuild! NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Baby Boomer, Catholic schoolgirl (can readily identify any plaid ever used …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:53 GMT

Jase Adds 5 Essential Meds to Its Case Becoming the First Medication Supply Company With This Comprehensive Coverage

Jase, the leader in emergency preparedness and personal medical supply kits, has officially upgraded its flagship product—the Jase Case. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jase, the leader in emergency …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:27 GMT

Heather M. Larribas’ The Voice of Faith: Based on a Life-Changing True Story

A Powerful Testament to Faith, Marriage, and Redemption CO, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents Author Heather M. Larribas, continues to inspire readers with her book, The Voice of Faith: Based on …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:24 GMT

Mitch Bakker's 'Resolve': A Memoir of Faith and Reconciliation Amidst Life's Trials

HOLLAND, MI, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mitch Bakker, an entrepreneur, designer, and author, offers a profound journey through grief, loss, and redemption in his book, "Resolve." This book is a testament to the …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

Navah Turks & Caicos Breaks Ground - The First Luxury Kosher Resort In The Caribbean

Navah Turks & Caicos breaks ground, blending luxury living, nature, and community with beachfront villas, top-tier amenities, and unmatched coastal elegance. PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 14:13 GMT

G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town, South Africa on August 10-14

Ubuntu in Action: Focus on Vulnerable Communities CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20) will hold its major 2025 Forum event from August 10-14 in Cape Town, South Africa. The gathering will …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

New Inspirational Book by Business Success Expert Angela Weber Shows How to Overcome Trauma in Your Life

NORFOLK, VA, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her book, "Behind The Big Red Door, From Trauma To Success–Personally, Professionally, and Spiritually" (2025, Indie Books International), published today, Angela Webber …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 13:46 GMT

Commemorating the 2025 World Interfaith Harmony Week and Welcoming the African Union as a G20 Member

May 13-14, 2025 Conference on Africa’s Faith Communities in Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals, the AU Agenda 2063 and G20 South Africa’s 2025 Process ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The conference will bring …

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