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The Pope and the Power of the Name He Picks (Father Simon Says)
Fr. Simon explains why our new Holy Father didn’t go with something like “John Paul III” or “Francis II”, and it probably wasn’t just to keep things fresh. Pope Leo choosing a name like Leo XIV was a way of avoiding Church faction drama. In fact, Fr. Simon sees it as a savvy move: Pope […]
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By Relevant RadioFr. Simon explains why our new Holy Father didn’t go with something like “John Paul III” or “Francis II”, and it probably wasn’t just to keep things fresh. Pope Leo choosing a name like Leo XIV was a way of avoiding Church faction drama. In fact, Fr. Simon sees it as a savvy move: Pope […]