2 chapters across the catalog
The Anglican Church faces a historic schism as conservative branches in Africa and Asia, known as GAFCON, break away from the Archbishop of Canterbury. The split was triggered by the appointment of Sarah Mullally as the first female Archbishop and the church's stance on LGBTQ issues. Simultaneously, King Charles III and Pope Leo participate in a symbolic joint service at the Sistine Chapel to promote unity between the Catholic and Anglican faiths.
Pope Benedict XVI, the Anglican Split, and Catholic Power
The hosts discuss Pope Benedict XVI's move to allow conservative Anglicans and Episcopalians to join the Catholic Church. They frame this as a massive power play, noting the high percentage of Catholics in the U.S. Congress and Supreme Court. The conversation includes controversial claims about the Pope's past and the historical tensions between the Vatican and other religious groups.
