In his opening address to the Cardinals and subsequent preaching, Pope Leo XIV has identified many of his own priorities. He aims primarily to deepen some of the major initiatives of Pope Francis. What are these initiatives and how might they challenge the Church’s evangelizing efforts within a polarized American culture? Why are they important currently for a global community of faith? How might the new pope’s Augustinian inheritance inform his own distinctive approach? Time will tell—but what hints do we have at this time? In this presentation, Professor Joseph Chinnici, OFM will address these questions about where the Church may go under the new leadership of Pope Leo XIV.

This Zoom presentation will take place on September 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM Pacific Time, USA.

https://www.fst.edu/events/franciscan-zoom-lecture/