Orthodox Church leader Kirill extends his well-wishes to Pope Leo XIV.
Get ready for some potty-mouthed pontificating! Buckle up as we delve into the latest development in the centuries-old relationship between the Catholic Church and the Russian Orthodox Church.
In an unexpected turn of events, the new pope, Leo XIV, has been welcomed with open arms (and perhaps a nod or two) by Patriarch Kyrill, the leader of the Russian Orthodox Church. Despite Kyrill's controversial stance on Russia's war with Ukraine, his hope for broader church relations with Leo XIV remains steadfast. "It's high time for some good vibes between Eastern and Western Christianity," Kyrill declared, nailing his colors to the mast in the hopes of a better world.
Just what is this special historical moment that the Patriarch is phoning home about? Well, my friend, for the first time ever, the big seat in the Vatican has been filled by an American pontiff. Cardinal Robert Prevost, fresh from a unanimous vote, stepped up to the plate and did his thing on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, delivering a message that pulled at the heartstrings of all: "Peace be with you all. May the peace of the risen Christ penetrate hearts, reach all people, all nations, and the whole damn earth!"
The frosty relationship between the Catholic Church and the Russian Orthodox Church hasn't always been a bed of roses, and the situation is further complicated by Russia's dicey relationship with Ukraine. But heck, even a blind squirrel finds an acorn sometimes, and the election of Pope Leo XIV, a man who knows his way around a sermon and a Peru diocese, presents opportunities for peace, love, and understanding.
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- The European Parliament and the Council, in light of the new era of relations between the European Union and the Russian Orthodox Church, have expressed their congratulations to Pope Leo XIV and Patriarch Kyrill, hoping for improved political ties and general news that brings peace and unity.
- Despite the ongoing war-and-conflicts in Eastern Europe, particularly between Ukraine and Russia, Pope Leo XIV's election has been viewed as a positive step towards fostering better relations with the Russian Orthodox Church, led by Patriarch Kyrill.
- The European Parliament, while closely monitoring the development of the relationship between the European Union and Russia, recognizes the significance of the new era of relations between Pope Leo XIV and Patriarch Kyrill, and hopes for a peaceful resolution of conflicts in the region.
- Amidst the ongoing general news and religious politics, the election of an American pope, Leo XIV, marks a significant milestone in the relations between the European Union, the European Parliament, the Council, the Commission, and the Russian Orthodox Church, particularly in relations with Patriarch Kyrill.
