Join us for a dynamic exploration of the history, drama, and deep tensions shaping the Catholic Church today as we approach the next conclave. From the revolutionary spirit of Vatican II to the groundbreaking leadership of Pope Francis, this course reveals the battles over tradition, modernization, and global diversity that will determine the Church’s future. Learn how a 2,000-year-old institution wrestles with profound questions about authority, inclusion, and reform—and discover why the next papal election will be one of the most consequential in modern history.