Glenn Beck delves into the influence of Pope Francis on the Catholic Church and speculates on a clandestine conclave shaping its future after the Pope’s death.
Quick Takes
- Pope Francis died at age 88 on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025.
- Glenn Beck critiques Francis’s shift from traditionalism to globalist ideologies.
- A secret conclave will convene to select the next pope.
- The pope’s legacy stirs both admiration and controversy.
Pope Francis’s Departure and Beck’s Critique
Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, succumbing to a stroke that led to heart failure after being in a coma in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. His death marks the end of more than 12 years of service as the first Latin American pope. Cardinal Kevin Farrell publicly announced his devotion to serving the Church and teaching Gospel values.
Glenn Beck closely examines the papacy of Francis, criticizing his departure from Benedict XVI’s conservative path. According to Beck, Pope Francis’s reign was characterized by doctrinal ambiguity and a focus on climate change, globalist ideologies that Beck believes signify a ‘soft coup’ within the Vatican’s ordinary functioning.
Transitioning Leadership and Controversial Legacy
A conclave of cardinals will soon gather to decide Francis’s successor, a process Glenn Beck suggests may be influenced by shadowy forces. Francis, known for frequent respiratory illnesses that influenced his responsibilities, had a final public appearance on Easter Sunday, where he appeared frail. His legacy includes advocating interfaith dialogue and supporting marginalized groups, aligned with his broader globalist focus.
Despite the tributes from global leaders, Pope Francis’s approach to issues such as Ukraine-Russia relations and internal Church matters has drawn criticism. Notably, Beck highlights what he perceives as moral relativism promoted by Francis, contrasting sharply with the moral clarity and traditionalism of Pope Benedict XVI.
Concluding Reflections on Francis’s Impact
As tributes pour in worldwide, some note Francis’s failure to adequately address critical issues within the Church, including clergy sex abuse and the ordination of women. Beck asserts the papacy under Francis marked a significant departure from what his predecessor built, and his death raises questions about the direction of future leadership and policies.
“Benedict had moral clarity; he was a traditionalist and a spiritual authority,” Beck reflects. “However, it didn’t take him long to figure out that Pope Francis was going to be none of these things.”
The decisions made in the coming days may either reinforce or realign with the transformation initiated by Francis, leaving a substantial impact on the moral and doctrinal bearing of the Catholic Church.
