St. Catherine of Siena Lecture: The Ecclesiology of Pope Francis

Pope Francis’ pontificate has redefined the coordinates of modern Catholicism by identifying the Church as an inclusive and merciful “field hospital.” This lecture will analyze the spiritual and theological roots and the potentiality of Francis’ ecclesiology. Dr. Faggioli is Professor of Theology and Religious Studies at Villanova University. A renowned church historian, he has authored numerous books, including Pope Francis: Tradition in Transition, and writes regularly for newspapers and journals.