Pope Leo XIV Is a Gift to US Catholic Colleges and Universities

Pope Leo XIV Is a Gift to US Catholic Colleges and Universities

Villanova University is having a well-deserved moment with the election of Pope Leo XIV, its most notable graduate. Founded in 1842 by the Order of St. Augustine and dedicated to its motto of “Veritas, Unitas, Caritas”—truth, unity, and love—Villanova had historically been an ardent defender of the faith and zealous protector of the social and moral teachings of the Catholic Church. Source

Vatican City, May 13, 2025 "He is an incredibly young and energetic Pope, a Pope so the Catholic Church hadn't had it for 40 years, since we were struck by the strength and energy of John Paul II in the 80's. Massimo Faggioli, professor of the history of the Church at Villanova University is the one where the new Pope Robert Francis Prevost was also formed, is one that Popes understands. But not only. He is also an expert of the American Church,…

'Leo XIV is a Pan-American pope,' says U.S. theologian Massimo Faggioli

Massimo Faggioli, professor of historical theory at Villanova University in Pennsylvania and a regular contributor toLa Croix Internationalwith his column 'Signs of the times', unpacks the significance of Leo XIV's election amid the rise of Christian nationality in the United States.