May 8, 2026 | Catholicism, Latest, Opinion & Analysis, Published articles, Vatican
When the white smoke billowed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel one year ago today, we all knew it signaled a change. None but the cardinal electors knew how big a change it was, with the election of the first American pope. In truth, it was the beginning of a...
Apr 23, 2026 | Catholicism, culture, faith, Papal visit, Published articles, Vatican
Patrick Novecosky The pope offered a polished appeal to peace inside a mosque but skipped the hard truths about theology, history, and reciprocity. Pope Leo XIV wants Christians and Muslims to focus on what unites them. That was the clear message of his remarks last...
Oct 22, 2025 | Catholicism, faith, Interviews, Vatican
ALEXANDRIA, Louisiana (October 22, 2025) — Patrick Novecosky joined Radio Maria host Christina Rossi on “A Light in the World” this afternoon to discuss the phenomenal legacy of Pope St. John Paul II on the 47th anniversary of his papacy, which coincides...
Dec 20, 2024 | Catholicism, culture, faith, Interviews, Vatican
ANN ARBOR, Michigan (December 20, 2024) — Patrick Novecosky was a guest on Ave Maria Radio’s “Epiphany” program with host Vanessa Denha Garmo this afternoon. Novecosky’s book, 100 Ways John Paul II Changed the World (OSV 2020), was the...
May 29, 2024 | Catholicism, Vatican
For those of us who grew up in the wake of the Second Vatican Council — the era of felt banners and guitar Masses — the confusion over what the Catholic Church taught was real. The catechesis of the 1970s became a cautionary tale, a model for what not to do when...
