RNS is bringing together veteran Vatican observers to explore the early signs and analyze first impressions from Pope Leo XIV in a virtual event to be held on Tuesday, June 24, from 12:30–1:30 p.m. ET.
Building on the success of our pre-conclave virtual event, and the foundation of RNS’s reporting that has tracked everything from Pope Francis’s passing to this moment, as part of the conversation, we’ll ask: Is Pope Leo XIV charting a new course or sticking to familiar ground? What are insiders noticing that the headlines might miss? From policy to personality, we’ll take stock of his first month and what it could mean for the future of the Catholic Church.
Join us for this free virtual event featuring:
- Dr. Anthea Butler, professor at the University of Pennsylvania, known for her work on religion and politics.
- Monsignor Roger Landry, Catholic priest and National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies USA.
- Claire Giangravé, RNS reporter based in Rome, covering the Vatican.
- In conversation with Niala Boodhoo, RNS events host/EP and veteran journalist.
This event, part of a series leading up to our in-person Fall Symposium, is free. To register for The New Pope: First Impressions, visit our registration page. For information on the speakers, please reach out to RNS here.
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