Our New Pope: an american  and

an augustinian

ABOUT THIS SERIES

About this Series: After the election of Pope Leo, people contacted Fr. Renninger asking for information about the "Augustinian Order." Throughout his priestly life, the Holy Father has been a member of this religious community, and has served around the world in a variety of ministries sponsored by the Augustinians. People are curious, and are asking questions such as:

  • What is an Augustinian
  • Who was Saint Augustine
  • How might Pope Leo's connection to the Augustinians shape his papacy?

Fortunately, we have a parishioner named Patrick Collins who attended Villanova and was a seminarian with the Augustinian community for six years. We asked Patrick to do a series of short videos, sharing information about the Augustinians, their ministry and spirituality.

PART 1

Introduction to the Augustinians

Part 2

Saint Augustine

Part 3

What is an Augustinian & how do they differ from diocesan priests?

Part 4

How do I think Pope Leo's Augustinian background will affect his papacy?

Part 5

Coming Soon!