Jan. 18, 2026 | Lent and Pope Leo

Deacon Greg Kandra is a writer, retreat leader, blogger and author. Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty chatted with Deacon Kandra about his most recent book, “Peace Be with All of You: The Mission and Message of Pope Leo XIV,” from Word Among Us. He explains why service, unity and hope in Christ are hallmarks already of the new pope’s tenure, based in Augustinian spirituality. He also talks about how to prepare well for Lent.