Austen Ivereigh is the British author of two biographies of Pope Francis, and a book written in collaboration with him. His most recent book is First Belong to God: On Retreat with Pope Francis (Loyola Press).
Article Why Does Francis Focus on Migration? Pope Francis is the greatest advocate on the world stage for migrants and refugees. For him, the issue is personal. By Austen Ivereigh March 11, 2023 Pope Francis Immigration Social Justice Religion Politics
Article The Anti-Francis Gatekeepers The death of Cardinal Pell exposed conservative Catholic efforts to secure the reversal of the Francis agenda at the next conclave. By Austen Ivereigh January 27, 2023 Bishops Pope Francis Religion Pope Benedict XVI
Article The Power to Serve The new apostolic constitution represents a different view of authority, one rooted in humility. By Austen Ivereigh September 7, 2022 Bishops Pope Francis Vatican
Article Rome on Mission Pope Francis’ reform of the Roman Curia is another step towards a synodal Church. By Austen Ivereigh April 27, 2022 Vatican Pope Francis
Article The Limits of Dialogue The shameless triumphalism of traditionalist enclaves isn’t harmless, it’s spiritually corrupt. By Austen Ivereigh January 20, 2022 Vatican II Pope Francis
Article Speak Boldly, Listen Carefully The synod in Rome envisions a different Church, one in which ordinary people are heard. By Austen Ivereigh October 21, 2021 Pope Francis Laity Clericalism
