

- Aug 28
Pope says U.S. critics have 'backward' understanding of doctrine
There’s no question that much of the criticism of Pope Francis in recent years – in particular, criticism of his “mercy” approach to...
John Thavis is a journalist, author and speaker specializing in Vatican and religious affairs. He is known in the trade as a “Vaticanista,” a calling that became clear only after a circuitous career path.
John Thavis was in Rome during the recent papal resignation and conclave, and is available to media for interviews about the pope and the Vatican.