https://pjmedia.com/tatler/2013/03/13/us-media-shocked-dismayed-to-learn-that-the-new-pope-is-in-fact-catholic/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 07:38:57 -0400<![CDATA[This is not an Onion headline. The US media are stunned and depressed to have to report that the new pope, Francis, is in fact a Catholic who believes in and advocates for Catholic teachings.]]>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 13:00:08 -0400<![CDATA[Bryan Preston]]>https://pjmedia.com/bryan-preston-1/2013/03/13/us-media-shocked-dismayed-to-learn-that-the-new-pope-is-in-fact-catholic-n177226