We’ve Got a New Pope: Here’s What I Think

Philip C. Johnson May 14, 2025 Well, we’ve got ourselves a new Pope. Last week, on May 8th, Robert Francis Prevost was elected as the 267th Pope. I was working in Japan when the announcement was made - and for that matter, I am still in Japan, but I finally have a moment to reflect … Continue reading We’ve Got a New Pope: Here’s What I Think

The Passing of Pope Francis: A Life, a Legacy, and the Shadows of Conspiracy

Philip C. Johnson April 22, 2025 On April 21, 2025, the Vatican announced the death of Pope Francis, the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, at the age of 88. His passing, following a brief meeting with U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, has sparked a firestorm of speculation, conspiracy theories, and renewed debate about … Continue reading The Passing of Pope Francis: A Life, a Legacy, and the Shadows of Conspiracy

Rome, Qatar and Chasing Rabbits

November 24, 2014 I recently returned from conducting a leadership conference in Italy followed by some research work in Qatar - two very different places, and each with a unique voice in the world. Rome is the home of the Roman Catholic Church and Pope Francis (who was recently ranked as the 4th most powerful … Continue reading Rome, Qatar and Chasing Rabbits