In his travels, George Weigel has found that the perspective of American bishops in other countries is often far from reality. Friends will ask him why the bishops are so deeply divided, or why they disliked Pope Francis so much. With Pope Leo’s emphasis on unity, one would hope that such misconceptions will lessen. George joins us with more, and also discusses the latest developments with the German bishops.

Further Reading

Rome and the Church in the United States

The German Bishops’ Conference, Over the Cliff

George’s website

George’s books

Guest Info

George Weigel is Distinguished Senior Fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, where he holds the William E. Simon Chair in Catholic Studies. He is the author of many books, including To Sanctify the World: The Vital Legacy of Vatican II, Witness to Hope, and Evangelical Catholicism.

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