Director of Catholic Studies and professor at Georgetown University, papal commentator, runner, Lucy’s mom, author of "It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint"
Washington, DC
Joined April 2015
- Tweets5.1K
- Following1.6K
- Followers559
- Likes28K
Pinned Tweet
With conclave just a few hours away, I'm on pope watch. Linking to a few pieces I've done on Pope Francis, his funeral, and expectations for the upcoming conclave: 🧵
For @Georgetown: georgetown.edu/news/conclave…
#Conclave2025
Wonderful news!!!
Pope Leo XIV’s doctors have confirmed that the tumor removed on October 13 was a lung adenocarcinoma and that the disease was localized.
Dr. Luigi Carbone and Professor Stefano Margaritora said on Wednesday evening that a subsequent oncological assessment has confirmed that “no further treatment is necessary.”
I'll be on @DCNewsNow at 8:12 this morning to talk about @Pontifex's early discharge from the hospital yesterday.
Wonderful news!!!
Pope Leo XIV was discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and returned to the papal apartments in Vatican City State on Saturday afternoon.
The announcement that Pope Leo would be released from hospital was made on Saturday morning.
A separate statement from the Holy See Press Office announced that Pope Leo will lead the noonday Angelus prayer on Sunday from the window of the Apostolic Palace.
I was so happy to see images of Pope Leo celebrating Mass within the hospital yesterday. I spoke with KTVU 2 on Friday about his diagnosis, and am heartened by the news that he was discharged today.
ktvu.com/video/fmc-w3qfbglqc…
Wonderful news! @KDaniels8 is an amazing colleague of mine at @Georgetown and I am so excited to see how she'll contribute to the @USCCB Task Force on AI
Honored to serve as a consultant to the @USCCB Task Force on AI, helping respond to Pope Leo's call to work for a "social, economic and political order" that allows "everyone -- particularly the weakest -- to live a truly dignified life, without leaving anyone behind" (MH 77)
Dr. Vanessa Corcoran retweeted
Pope Leo XIV's doctors announced on Saturday morning that Pope Leo XIV is fit to be discharged from Gemelli Hospital.
In a statement from the Holy See Press Office, Dr. Luigi Carbone and Professor Stefano Margaritora said the Pope underwent blood tests and a chest X-ray in the morning, which confirm that his clinical condition allows for him to leave hospital.
The Holy See Press Office said he will return to the Vatican on Saturday afternoon and pray the Angelus on Sunday from the window of the papal apartment.
I'll be on @KTVU this morning around 11:15 am ET/8:15 am PT to talk about Pope Leo's surgery, cancer diagnosis, and his recovery. Was heartened to see images of him celebrating Mass this morning.
Dr. Vanessa Corcoran retweeted
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass at noon on Friday in the room set up on the 10th floor of Gemelli Hospital, according to the Holy See Press Office.
Several members of Gemelli's medical and nursing staff attended the Mass, along with members of the Vatican City State Gendarmerie Corps.
"In his homily, the Pope thanked all the staff—doctors, nurses, and orderlies—for the work they do every day caring for patients in their frailty, and especially for what they have done and continue to do for him," read the statement.
Dr. Vanessa Corcoran retweeted
Today, Georgetown joins the global Catholic community in prayer for Pope Leo XIV following his cancer diagnosis. Our thoughts are with him as he navigates his recovery. May God give him peace, strength and healing in the days ahead.
With the news of Pope Leo's surgery and diagnosis of lung cancer, I am praying for him during his recovery. I spoke with for @DCNewsNow about this, as well as how his own words about caring for vulnerable communities ought to be heeded.
short.do/67VCdh
I'll be on Sunrise on the Hill at 6:40 this morning to talk about Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer diagnosis.
@DCNewsNow
Mother of the Universe: The Divine Feminine in the Ramakrishna Tradition berkleycenter.georgetown.edu…
Dr. Vanessa Corcoran retweeted
October 22, 5-6:15pm, Old North 205: Keeping the Humanities Magnificent in the Age of AI: A Faculty Roundtable on Pope Leo XIV’s Magnifica Humanitas. Moderated by Dr.Vanessa Corcoran @VRCinDC w/ Laura DeNardis, Nicoletta Pireddu, Andrew Prevot,Adam Rothman
events.georgetown.edu/humani…
Dr. Vanessa Corcoran retweeted
In this era of artificial intelligence, it is becoming urgent to distinguish human art from what machines produce. There is an ontological difference, even before an aesthetic one, between art and what a machine can generate through statistical calculation based on millions of images created by others. Algorithms lack the spark of humanity. For this reason, the Church wishes to renew an alliance with artists and cultural institutions to safeguard our humanity.
Art historians estimate that over 20,000 images of St. Francis of Assisi were created within a century of his death. An examination of some of the most notable works will help us better appreciate his legacy 800 years after his death.
Via @NCRonline:
ncronline.org/opinion/pope-l…
This weekend, the Catholic Church will commemorate the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi.
Francis’ teachings on care for the poor and responsibility toward the environment offer a lasting message today.
Via @ConversationUS
theconversation.com/800-year…
When @Pontifex participates in the rituals of a Lourdes pilgrimage as millions of others have done, he enacts on our behalf the broader search for healing: for individuals seeking comfort, for communities in distress, and for the faithful worldwide.
By participating in the rituals of a Lourdes pilgrimage, Pope Leo will enact on our behalf the search for healing.
@VRCinDC previews Leo's trip to Lourdes:
commonwealmagazine.org/corco…
