‘The war is over’? How Pope Leo XIV can heal the Church
Joining me on this episode of The John Henry Westen Show is Anthony Abbate, Catholic podcaster and co-founder of the YouTube channel Avoiding Babylon.
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Articles tagged orthodox resilience
How Pope Leo XIV can HEAL the Church
John-Henry Westen and Anthony Abbate of Avoiding Babylon open up about the spiritual exhaustion left in the wake of the Francis era, years marked by confusion, division, and deep wounds among faithful Catholics. Now, with Pope Leo XIV beginning his pontificate, they explore whether this could be the start of true healing. While ambiguity remains, early signs offer hope. The conversation turns toward unity, trust, and the need to read the pope’s actions with both charity and clarity. Healing won’t be instant, but with prayer, patience, and faith, it may finally begin. U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews […]
How Bishop Strickland cured my dejection over Pope Leo XIV’s election
If Bishop Strickland, the very man Pope Leo helped remove, can respond with forgiveness and trust in God’s plan, then so can we.
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Dejection to HOPE | What caused my delayed embrace of Pope Leo
John-Henry Westen shares his initial disappointment during the Rome conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV, grappling with concerns over Cardinal Robert Prevost’s past actions as head of the Dicastery for Bishops. But through the humility and unwavering faith of Bishop Joseph Strickland, Westen finds renewed hope and a deeper call to trust in God’s providence. This moving reflection charts a journey from disillusionment to conviction, underscoring LifeSite’s ongoing mission to report truthfully, foster faith, and uphold the good within the Church. 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 […]