Michelle Jackson+FollowVatican’s Big Fundraiser: Swipe to Donate?The Vatican’s running a $57-68 million deficit, and Pope Leo XIV (the first American pope!) is rolling out a full-on fundraising campaign—think posters, QR codes, even PayPal. They’re hoping Catholics worldwide will chip in to help erase the Holy See’s budget gap. But after years of scandals and some questionable investments, will a slick, American-style pitch actually get people to open their wallets? The Vatican’s betting on it! #VaticanNews #PopeLeoXIV #PetersPence #Religion30Share
Pamela Marshall+FollowPope Leo’s Big Stance RevealedPope Leo XIV just made his views on gay marriage and abortion crystal clear in his first big Vatican speech: he’s sticking to traditional Catholic teachings, defining family as a man and a woman, and upholding the dignity of unborn children and the elderly. While he’s all about peace and interfaith dialogue, don’t expect major changes on women’s roles in the Church—though those who’ve worked with him say he’s a great listener and respects women’s voices. Big moment for the Vatican! #PopeLeoXIV #VaticanNews #CatholicChurch #FaithAndFamily #ChurchReform #Culture18539Share
John Nelson+FollowMy Gym Buddy Became the Pope?!Imagine finding out your regular gym client is actually the new Pope! That’s what happened to an Italian trainer who spent two years working out with 'Robert'—never realizing he was Cardinal Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV. The guy was just super chill, always in gym clothes, and apparently in amazing shape for his age. Now he’s leading 1.4 billion Catholics and still loves tennis and baseball. Talk about a holy plot twist! #PopeLeoXIV #GymSurprise #WatercoolerMoment #FitnessGoals #VaticanNews #Culture1071Share
Dr. Robert Barnes+FollowChicago Pope’s Portrait Drops—And He’s a Sox Fan!Pope Leo XIV just had his official portrait unveiled and the internet is obsessed—4,700 shares in 3 hours! Not only is he the first North American (and Chicago-born!) pope, but he’s also a die-hard White Sox fan. The Sox even gave him a custom jersey and a shoutout at their game. Chicago brands are celebrating too—Portillo’s dropped a special “The Leo” sandwich. Who knew the Vatican could feel this local? #PopeLeoXIV #ChicagoPope #WhiteSox #VaticanNews #WatercoolerMoment #Culture836Share
Matthew Barnes+FollowNew Pope’s Bold Take on Family & PeacePope Leo XIV just made headlines with his first big speech: he’s doubling down on the classic Catholic view that family means a man and a woman, and says both the unborn and elderly deserve respect. He’s also calling for more peace and dialogue worldwide, and wants governments to invest in families to build a better society. The new American pope is definitely making his priorities clear right out of the gate! #PopeLeoXIV #VaticanNews #FamilyValues #Peace #CatholicChurch #Culture35312Share
lmiles+FollowPope Leo Breaks the Seal—But Will He Move In?Pope Leo XIV just broke the seal on the papal apartments, which had been locked up since Pope Francis died in April—even though Francis never actually lived there! Now everyone’s wondering: will Leo stick with the guesthouse like Francis, or move into the iconic Apostolic Palace? The Vatican even dropped a video of the big moment. Oh, and Leo’s already making headlines with a cryptic message to the US. Can’t wait to see what he does next! #VaticanNews #PopeLeoXIV #PapalApartments #CatholicChurch #WatercoolerMoment #Culture499Share
lmiles+FollowPope Leo’s Big AI WarningThe new pope is making history—and headlines! Pope Leo XIV, the first-ever American pope, just called out artificial intelligence as humanity’s next big threat. He’s pushing for a global treaty to keep AI in check, warning it could mess with human dignity and jobs. He’s also promising to keep the church inclusive, following in Pope Francis’ footsteps. Wild to see the Vatican talking tech like this! #PopeLeoXIV #AIThreat #VaticanNews #TechEthics #HistoryMade #Culture14155Share
