The Global Vatican : An Inside Look At The Cath... Page

: Rooney argues that despite their differences, there is a fundamental "symmetry of values" between American ideals and the Holy See’s social mission. Part Memoir, Part History Lesson

Unlocking Diplomacy: A Review of The Global Vatican In a world where political power is often measured by military might or economic dominance, Francis Rooney’s The Global Vatican: An Inside Look at the Catholic Church, World Politics, and the Extraordinary Relationship Between the United States and the Holy See offers a refreshing and necessary shift in perspective. Written by a former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See, this book provides a rare "insider’s look" into the "braided nature" of religious and political power. A Bridge Between Two Superpowers The global Vatican : an inside look at the Cath...

The Global Vatican: An Inside Look at the Catholic Church, World Politics, and the Extraordinary Relationship Between the United States and the Holy See : Rooney argues that despite their differences, there

One of the most compelling aspects of Rooney’s work is his historical analysis of the often-fraught relationship between the United States and the Vatican. For over 200 years, mutual suspicion—rooted in centuries-long anti-Catholic prejudice in America—prevented formal diplomatic ties. It wasn't until 1984, under President Ronald Reagan, that the U.S. finally established an official diplomatic mission to the Holy See. Ambassador to the Holy See, this book provides