When the Vatican announced a new leader for the Vatican communications office yesterday, there were so many ways that it was historic that it was hard for RNS National Reporter Aleja Hertzler-McCain to decide which to mention first. When she called Catholic communications leaders to discuss the appointment of EWTN News President Maria Montserrat “Montse” Alvarado as prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication, she asked about Alvarado’s status as a Mexican-American in an Italian-dominated curia, the youngest prefect appointed in memory and as the first woman who is not a religious sister to lead a Vatican office. Hertzler-McCain also asked for their take on discourse already swirling online. Pope Francis had criticized “a large Catholic television channel,” widely believed to be EWTN, for “continually speaking ill of the pope” and attacking the church. Is the appointment of Alvarado, EWTN News president and COO, a move to the right? Top Stories | (RNS) — Alvarado will be the youngest person to lead a Vatican dicastery in recent memory and the first woman who is not a religious sister to be a Vatican prefect, a task historically reserved for cardinals. |
 | (RNS) — This week’s photo selection includes the Ebola crisis in Africa, Spain preparing for Pope Leo XIV and more. |
 | MEXICO CITY (AP) — The collection is called “Calados del Alma” or “Cutouts of the Soul.” It draws inspiration from ancient Mexican beliefs and papel picado, the delicate cut-paper ornaments commonly used during local celebrations and holidays. |
Opinion | (RNS) — As I prepare to step down from the presidency, I see a blueprint for a flourishing, interreligious America. But when I turn to the headlines, I see our nation barreling toward a far more destructive vision. |
 | (RNS) — In line with long-standing papal concerns. |
ICYMI | (RNS) — In the midst of a devastating cancer diagnosis, Kate Bowler also found experiences of joy. Now she's written a book about it. |
 | NEW YORK (RNS) — Supporters argued the parade was foremost about supporting the New York Jewish community — which has faced escalating antisemitic incidents — rather than the actions of the Israeli government. |
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