Mike and Dominic return for another discussion of important topics in and around the Catholic Church. Notes: (1) Pope Francis visited the French port city of Marseille, on Friday and Saturday. The second-largest city in France is considered a multiethnic and multifaith melting pot. We discuss the highlights of the trip and the pope’s comments on the flight back. Links: - Pope Francis visits Marseille as anti-migrant views grow in Europe https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/pope-francis-visits-marseille-anti-migrant-views-grow-103402835. - French media shine spotlight on Pope’s Marseille visit. https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-09/pope-francis-france-media-coverage-day-one-marseille.html. - Apostolic Journey to Marseille: Press Conference on the return flight https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/speeches/2023/september/documents/20230923-marsiglia-voloritorno.html - Pope Francis: 'Marseille’s welcome is a message to Europe' https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-09/pope-francis-apostolic-journey-marseille-inflight-press.html - In France, pope slams 'alarmist propaganda' that fuels fears of migrants https://www.ncronline.org/vatican/vatican-news/france-pope-slams-alarmist-propaganda-fuels-fears-migrants. (2) The controversy surrounding Fr. Marko Rupnik Links: - Timeline: What we know about former Jesuit Marko Rupnik’s alleged abuse—and the questions that remain | America Magazine https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/06/22/marko-rupnik-abuse-timeline-245537 - Women who say they were abused by a onetime Jesuit artist denounce an apparent rehabilitation effort | AP News https://apnews.com/article/vatican-jesuit-abuse-artist-marko-ivan-rupnik-2bc494b3c624cb3a657ba0598c8a29ee - Rome questions treatment of Marco Rupnik, a prominent artist expelled by Jesuits due to abuse allegations | America Magazine https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/09/19/rupnik-jesuits-diocese-rome-excommunication-report-246111 - Is Pope Francis protecting Marko Rupnik? https://international.la-croix.com/news/letter-from-rome/is-pope-francis-protecting-marko-rupnik/18386 (3) The latest on the Bishop Strickland situation in Tyler, Texas ABOUT THE DEBRIEF Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged. WHERE PETER IS Visit Where Peter Is.com to read articles, commentaries, and spiritual reflections by and for faithful Catholics who support the mission and vision of Pope Francis. https://wherepeteris.com SMARTCATHOLICS The conversation is brought to you from SmartCatholics.com, the free online community for millennials, creators, and learners. Join our private WherePeterIs group to ask questions, share insights, and suggest topics for next time. https://smartcatholics.com DONATE Consider becoming a Patreon sponsor for Where Peter Is. Your generosity will help us continue to bring valuable content to you and enhance the quality of this show. https://www.patreon.com/where_peter_is
