#12187 Why Leo XIV? What the New Pope’s Name Might Be Telling Us - William Albrecht

Why did the new pope choose the name Leo XIV? In this episode, we explore the possible historical, theological, and symbolic significance of the name “Leo”—from Leo the Great to Leo XIII—and what it might reveal about the new pope’s priorities, vision, and identity. Karlo Broussard also discusses whether this signals a moderate papacy and how the choice reflects on the Church’s current moment. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 18:28 – What are your thoughts on why he chose the name Leo XIV? Do you think he will be a moderate? 22:06 – Can we receive communion at a Orthodox church? 24:19 – What are some general guidelines in discerning satanic resistance vs God closing the door? 30:13 – Do you think the resurgence of traditional Catholicism in the US gave the idea that we were ready to have an American pope? That we are no longer looked upon as a wild card? 30:13 – Do you think the resurgence of traditional Catholicism in the US gave the idea that we were ready to have an American pope? That we are no longer looked upon as a wild card? 34:15 – The new Pope has a degree in Math. Could his papal blessing also impart more math knowledge? 37:41 – I think Cy’s book Ad Limina was a great parallel to what we have now. What are your thoughts on those parallels? 44:18 – What are your thoughts on the general name Leo and the historical significance of Leo III? 49:00 – What’s the difference between Catholicism and Episcopalians?

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