Crisis Point

Last week Pope Leo gave his first "State of the World" address to the Vatican's diplomatic corps, in which he condemned war, abortion, and "Orwellian-style language." We'll break down the pope's priorities and his vision for the future.

Pope Leo called his first consistory this week, and promised to hold them regularly during his pontificate. Is this another example of the meeting-itis that seems to infect our Church hierarchy? Or could this be a good thing?

The capture and arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro represents a new phase in Trump's aggressive foreign policy. Is he building an American Empire? Should Catholics support him in this effort?

Eric Sammons talks to his newly-married son Peter about how young men today can find a wife in a challenging dating culture.

2025 was a year of transitions, both in the papacy and the American presidency. After years of deepening crises, is the Church and the world turning a corner?