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🎙️ Welcome to a historic episode of Franciscan Fridays at the Shrine!
In this special episode, Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR, John Paul Gutschke, and David Carollo reflect on a landmark moment in Church history — the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope.
🔥 In This Episode, We Discuss:
David Carollo’s personal connection to the new pope
Why the name Leo is so meaningful, recalling Popes Leo I & XIII
The role of patriotism, loyalty to the Church, and the American spirit in evangelization
The significance of the installation date: May 13, Feast of Our Lady of Fatima
Wisdom from St. Augustine and the mission of the Church today
This powerful conversation bridges faith, history, and hope for the future of the Church.
Join us in praying for Pope Leo XIV.
Learn more about the World Apostolate of Fatima USA:
Plan a visit to the Shrine in Asbury, NJ — a place of peace and prayer.
Shop, support, and stay connected:
Join the Blue Army: https://www.bluearmy.com/join/
Donate: https://www.bluearmy.com
Shop: https://www.shopfatima.com
Get your Jubilee Year of Hope prayer card: https://www.shopfatima.com/blue-army-press/
Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share this episode!
By Franciscan Fridays🎙️ Welcome to a historic episode of Franciscan Fridays at the Shrine!
In this special episode, Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR, John Paul Gutschke, and David Carollo reflect on a landmark moment in Church history — the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American Pope.
🔥 In This Episode, We Discuss:
David Carollo’s personal connection to the new pope
Why the name Leo is so meaningful, recalling Popes Leo I & XIII
The role of patriotism, loyalty to the Church, and the American spirit in evangelization
The significance of the installation date: May 13, Feast of Our Lady of Fatima
Wisdom from St. Augustine and the mission of the Church today
This powerful conversation bridges faith, history, and hope for the future of the Church.
Join us in praying for Pope Leo XIV.
Learn more about the World Apostolate of Fatima USA:
Plan a visit to the Shrine in Asbury, NJ — a place of peace and prayer.
Shop, support, and stay connected:
Join the Blue Army: https://www.bluearmy.com/join/
Donate: https://www.bluearmy.com
Shop: https://www.shopfatima.com
Get your Jubilee Year of Hope prayer card: https://www.shopfatima.com/blue-army-press/
Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share this episode!