The Catholic Church faces a crossroads with the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff. Conservatives watch closely to see if this historic papacy will reverse the progressive trends of Pope Francis or double down on them. LifeSiteNews CEO John-Henry Westin warns the new pope’s first test will be restoring Bishop Joseph Strickland – a faithful shepherd removed under suspicious circumstances.
Francis-era liberals purged Strickland for defending timeless truths about life, marriage, and religious liberty. Then-Cardinal Prevost helped enforce that unjust decision. Now, as Pope Leo XIV, he must choose: side with anti-Christian globalists or stand with Christ’s flock. Restoring Strickland would prove this papacy values orthodoxy over politics.
Many traditional Catholics distrust Prevost’s past alliances with church bureaucrats. His role in targeting bold believers like Strickland leaves scars. But hope remains. The cardinals knew his record – they chose him anyway. This signals God’s hand at work.
Westin argues the Vatican’s swamp creatures hate Strickland because he exposed their corruption. His return would be a wrecking ball to the deep state running the Church. Every day Strickland remains exiled is another surrender to woke cardinals pushing abortion “mercy” and gender madness.
True believers demand action, not empty words. Pope Leo XIV inherits a divided Church – bishops blessing gay unions, nuns promoting socialism, and parishes gathering dust. Will he cleanse the temple or keep hiring the money-changers?
Conservatives don’t need another Holy Father who coddles dictators and scolds America. They need a warrior pope. Restore Strickland. Fire corrupt bishops. Cancel the climate synods. Take back our schools and sacraments.
The world laughs at a Church that apologizes for existing. Strength inspires. Weakness destroys. Pope Leo XIV must decide whether to lead God’s army or preside over its funeral.
Christianity built Western civilization. It’s time to rebuild. Patriots pray this American pope has the courage to fight.
