Would war with Iran be considered ‘just’? Catholic veteran weighs in
Joining me on this episode of The John-Henry Westen Show is John Sharpe, a former U.S. Navy commander and traditional Catholic author.
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Articles tagged Leo Xiii
USA heading toward World War 3?! Catholic veteran speaks out
Commander John Sharpe joins John-Henry Westen for a frank look at how Catholic just war teaching collides with modern U.S. foreign policy. A decorated Navy officer, Sharpe recounts his own “cancellation before it was cool” after opposing the Iraq War, drawing on Aquinas, Vatican II, and Leo XIII to argue that America’s wars often fail the tests of just cause, last resort, and proportionality. He exposes how leaders exploit fear, like the infamous “mushroom cloud” threat, to bypass moral analysis, leaving soldiers, families, and nations scarred. The conversation ranges from the false logic of punishing nations for possible future crimes, […]
St. John Henry Newman to be named Doctor of the Church
St. John Henry Newman's high profile conversion proved a key moment in the history of the Catholic Church in England.
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A pontiff for our time: The promise of Pope Leo XIV | Patrick Coffin
Live from Rome, Patrick Coffin shares his take on the historic election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope. Reflecting on the symbolism of his name, vestments, and reverent gestures, Coffin sees signs of a return to tradition and clarity. While acknowledging past concerns, including the removal of Bishop Joseph Strickland, he urges Catholics to remain prayerful and patient as this new pontificate begins. From echoes of Leo XIII to hints of liturgical renewal, this powerful conversation explores what could be the start of a true spiritual restoration in the Church. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: […]
Is Leo XIV the pope we need to combat the evil of our times?
Joining me from Rome to discuss Pope Leo XIV is Catholic journalist and activist Patrick Coffin. This is The John Henry Westen Show.
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Leo XIV’s election invites Americans to revisit Leo XIII’s teachings on Church and state
Whether the new pontiff, Leo XIV, intends to revive the spirit of Leo XIII or merely honor his memory is unclear. But in that name there lies a potential, gentle provocation.
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Pope Leo XIV’s name offers hope for the renewal of Catholic Social Doctrine
‘If the reference to Leo XIII is not to be merely nominal,’ argued philosopher Stephano Fontana, reviving Catholic social teaching means reviving the philosophical and theological tradition.
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Pope Leo XIV new hope and the opportunity for healing | Bishop Strickland
Bishop Joseph Strickland reflects on the election of Pope Leo XIV what it means for the Church. Drawing a sharp contrast with Pope Leo XIII, this reflection challenges Catholics to reject both naïve optimism and despair. Through scripture, Church history, and powerful imagery of the Mystical Body in its Passion, the episode calls the faithful to deepen their roots in truth, prayer, and tradition. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews **** PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++ SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ **** Download the all-new LSNTV App now, […]
Does the state have the right to restrict non-Catholic religions?
The state cannot be indifferent to the evils which are afflicting society due to the lack of true religion and worship of the true God. Sometimes the responsibility of wielding power means that coercive measures have to be taken for the sake of the common good.
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Archbishop Viganò: Today we celebrate the papacy amid a historic phase of ‘crisis and apostasy’
During this crisis, we remember the prophecy of Leo XIII who warned that 'where the See of Blessed Peter and the Chair of Truth was established to enlighten the nations, there they have placed the throne of their abomination and impiety, so that by striking the Shepherd they might also scatter the flock.'
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