Matthew John Kressler
Historian, practicing Catholic, and author of Authentically Black and Truly Catholic, The Rise of Black Catholicism in the Great Migrations.
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May 14, 2025 • 35min
What Does The First US-Born Pope Mean For The Church?
Christopher White, Vatican correspondent and author, joins Kathleen Holsher, a Roman Catholic Studies professor, and Matthew John Kressler, a historian and Catholic author. They discuss the groundbreaking election of Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pope, and its implications for American Catholics. The conversation highlights his journey from missionary to leader and addresses challenges like economic issues and clerical scandals. The guests explore how this historic moment could reshape the church’s approach to inclusivity and global leadership.
