Natalia Imperatori-Lee
Natalia Imperatori-Lee is a religious studies professor at Manhattan University, specializing in Catholicism and its contemporary issues. She has commented on Pope Francis' transformative impact on the Catholic Church, noting his ability to open dialogues on contentious issues and his approachability compared to previous popes. Imperatori-Lee describes Francis as a reformer who not only modernized the church's image but also emphasized the need for compassion and healing in the faith community.
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Natalia Imperatori-Lee commented on Prevost’s election as a deep sign of commitment to social issues.
Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, overcomes taboo against a US pontiff | World News
Jamaica· 2025-05-09
Natalia Imperatori-Lee, the chair of religious studies at Manhattan University in the Bronx, said that his election could send a message to the US church.
Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass as pope and calls his election both a cross and a blessing | World NewsJamaica· 2025-05-09
Natalia Imperatori-Lee expressed that the choice of the name Pope León XIV indicates a commitment to social justice.
Un compromiso con la justicia social
Dominican Republic· 2025-05-09
Natalia Imperatori-Lee commented on the significance of the new Pope continuing the work of Leo XIII.
Από τον Μέγα έως τον 13ο: Οι Λέοντες και η κληρονομιά τους
Greece· 2025-05-09
Natalia Imperatori-Lee described the new Pope’s name as a deep sign of commitment to social issues.
Clues about how US Cardinal Robert Prevost will lead the Catholic Church
Australia· 2025-05-09
Natalia Imperatori-Lee commented on the significance of the new Pope's name choice regarding social justice.
รู้จักโป๊ปเลโอ ที่ 14 พระสันตะปาปาชาวอเมริกันคนแรกในประวัติศาสตร์
Thailand· 2025-05-09
Natalia Imperatori-Lee remarked that the new Pope Leo XIV is sending a message about social justice through his name choice.
Ý nghĩa tông hiệu Leo XIV của tân Giáo hoàng
Vietnam· 2025-05-09
Natalia Imperatori-Lee, Chair of Religious Studies at Manhattan College, commented on the significance of the election of an American pope.
Nama Leo XIV, Penanda Komitmen untuk Keadilan Sosial
Indonesia· 2025-05-09Natalia Imperatori-Lee, Chair of Religious Studies at Manhattan College, commented on the significance of the election of an American pope.
Nama Leo XIV, Penanda Komitmen untuk Keadilan SosialIndonesia· 2025-05-09Natalia Imperatori-Lee discussed the implications of the name chosen by the new pope.
Papa Leon al XIV-lea: Ce spune numele ales de noul papă despre planurile sale de viitor
Romania· 2025-05-08
Natalia Imperatori-Lee, the chair of religious studies at Manhattan University, commented on the significance of Pope Leo XIV's name choice.
What’s in a name? Pope Leo XIV’s choice signals a commitment to social justice
Canada· 2025-05-08
Natalia Imperatori-Lee, chair of religious studies at Manhattan University, told The Associated Press.
Papal conclave: Eventual new pope's chosen name may signal what’s ahead
United States· 2025-05-08
Natalia Imperatori-Lee is the Chair of Religious Studies at Manhattan College.
Pilihan Nama Paus, Titik Tolak Arah KepausanIndonesia· 2025-05-07
Natalia Imperatori-Lee is a religious studies professor at Manhattan University who commented on Pope Francis' impact on the church.
Analysis: How Pope Francis’ progressive legacy changed the churchUnited States· 2025-04-22
