28 Apr 25 – Review of the Papacy/Future of the Church

Today’s Topics: With the death of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church stands at a crossroads. Was his pontificate a failure, or a necessary exposure of deeper crises? In this episode, we examine: The First Pope vs. the Last? Peter was far from perfect. He denied Christ, yet Christ chose him to lead. What does this mean for Francis’ controversial papacy? Great Popes of History: How Leo the Great fought heresy; Pius V defended tradition; and why we desperately need their courage today John Paul II’s & Francis’ surprising parallels:  Both mishandled abuse scandals, blurred lines with paganism (Pachamama, indigenous rituals), and prioritized diplomacy over doctrine The next Pope: Restoration or ruin? With 80% of the conclave appointed by Francis, can we hope for a leader who rejects globalism, restores the Latin Mass, and cleans house? This isn’t just about Francis, it’s about us