Antonio Spadaro
Antonio Spadaro is an Italian Jesuit priest and journalist known for his role as the editor-in-chief of La Civiltà Cattolica, a Catholic journal that engages in dialogue with contemporary society. He has been a prominent figure in discussions regarding the relationship between the Church and modern issues, often emphasizing the need for the Church to adapt to the changing world while maintaining its core values. Spadaro is also recognized for his close association with Pope Francis, often acting as a spokesperson and providing insight into the Pope's thoughts and initiatives. Recently, he provided updates on Pope Francis's health, attempting to reassure the public amidst concerns about the Pontiff's wellbeing.
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Rev. Antonio Spadaro, a Vatican official, commented on Bannon’s messages showing a desire to fuse spiritual authority with political power.
Steve Bannon courted Epstein in his efforts to ‘take down’ Pope Francis
United States· 2026-02-14
Antonio Spadaro noted that León XIV's papacy remains in Latin America.
El papa León XIV visita la tumba de Francisco en la basílica Santa María la Mayor de Roma
Colombia· 2025-05-10
Reverend Antonio Spadaro emphasized the need to avoid a 'freezing of the Church' to maintain unity.
Un cónclave dividido busca la unidad para elegir al nuevo Papa
Honduras· 2025-05-01
Antonio Spadaro is a collaborator of Pope Francis and the director of La Civiltà Cattolica.
Campechano en el trato, esquivo en el dogma | Internacional
Spain· 2025-04-25
Antonio Spadaro is a Jesuit who contributed to the special edition discussing Pope Francis.
«Le due lezioni che Francesco ci ha affidato»: l'editoriale di Famiglia Cristiana sul Papa
Italy· 2025-04-24
He is a Jesuit priest and a close friend of Pope Francis.
Cómo el papa Francisco abrió un espacio para el debate dentro de la Iglesia católica
Guatemala· 2025-04-22
Father Antonio Spadaro accompanied Pope Francis on his travels and observed his unique approach to engaging with the world.
I viaggi nel mondo di Papa Francesco: da Cuba all'Iraq, dall’Indonesia alla minuscola comunità cattolica della MongoliaItaly· 2025-04-21
Antonio Spadaro comments on Pope Francis's mentality of continuing to work while alive.
Pope Francis’ ‘complex’ health crisis triggers wave of prayer and uncertainty across RomeUnited States· 2025-02-26
Antonio Spadaro expressed concern about the future without Paus Fransiskus.
Meski Kritis, Paus Fransiskus Tetap Bekerja
Indonesia· 2025-02-25
Antonio Spadaro expressed the need for the pope's figure during this moment in history.
Critically-ill pope had a good Sunday night, Vatican says
Kenya· 2025-02-24
Antonio Spadaro is a Jesuit theologian who is close to Pope Francis.
Critically-ill Pope Francis had a good night, Vatican says
New Zealand· 2025-02-24Antonio Spadaro commented on the delicate health situation of Pope Francisco.
Hospitalizado por una neumonía, el Papa respira sin asistencia
Bolivia· 2025-02-20
Antonio Spadaro commented on the difficult situation of Papa Francisco but noted his extraordinary vital energy.
Novo boletim médico do Papa indica 'leve melhora' em quadro inflamatório; premier diz que ele está 'alerta e receptivo'
Brazil· 2025-02-19
Jesuit theologian Antonio Spadaro expressed that Pope Francis could be in the hospital for two to three weeks.
Hospitalizovaný pápež dýcha sám, má dobrú náladu a srdce mu pracuje dobre
Slovakia· 2025-02-19
Antonio Spadaro, a close theologian to the Pope, commented on the delicate health situation of François.
L’état de santé du pape, hospitalisé pour une pneumonie, montre « une légère amélioration »
France· 2025-02-19
Antonio Spadaro is a close confidant of Pope Francis and is responsible for cultural affairs in the Vatican.
Franziskus im Spital: Lungenentzündung beunruhigt Rom
Switzerland· 2025-02-19
Antonio Spadaro commented on the delicate health situation of Pope Francis.
Papa Francisco respira sem assistência e tem um coração que 'resiste muito bem', diz Vaticano após diagnóstico de pneumoniaBrazil· 2025-02-19
Antonio Spadaro expressed hope for the Pope's recovery, noting the seriousness of his condition.
El papa Francisco ha pasado “una noche tranquila” tras complicarse su diagnóstico con una neumonía bilateral | InternacionalSpain· 2025-02-19
Padre Antonio Spadaro is the director of the Jesuit magazine La Civiltà Cattolica and knows Jorge Mario Bergoglio well.
«Al Papa serviranno 2-3 settimane. Gli chiedono riposo assoluto, ma non se l’è mai concesso»Italy· 2025-02-19
Antonio Spadaro expressed that it is terrible for the Pope to be confined to a hospital room but necessary for his recovery.
Una neumonía bilateral descubierta en el hospital complica el cuadro clínico del papaBolivia· 2025-02-18
Antonio Spadaro reassured the faithful that the Pope has not completely stopped his activities despite his hospitalization.
Novo boletim médico de Papa Francisco aponta diagnóstico de 'pneumonia bilateral' e confirma 'quadro complexo' de saúdeBrazil· 2025-02-18Antonio Spadaro expressed that the Pope's hospitalization is terrible for him but necessary.
Papa Francisco tiene neumonía, anuncia el Vaticano | ¿De qué está enfermo el Papa? | Iglesia Católica | Religión | Hospital Gemelli | Roma | Italia | MUNDO
Peru· 2025-02-18Antonio Spadaro reassured the faithful that the Pope has not completely stopped his activities.
Novo boletim médico de Papa Francisco aponta diagnóstico de 'pneumonia bilateral' e confirma 'quadro complexo' de saúdeBrazil· 2025-02-18