Mike and Dominic are back to discuss Pope Francis's comments released today on the problem of a reactionary US Church, the upcoming "Part 2" to Francis's encyclical Laudato Si', and a recent pastoral letter by Bishop Strickland and a surprising endorsement by Scott Hahn. Notes and Links: 1) Pope Francis's dialogue with Portuguese Jesuits ‘The Water Has Been Agitated’ - LA CIVILTÀ CATTOLICA https://www.laciviltacattolica.com/the-water-has-been-agitated/ Pope Francis on the “backward-looking” US Church - Where Peter Is https://wherepeteris.com/pope-francis-on-the-backward-looking-us-church/ Letter of the Holy Father to the Priests of the Diocese of Rome (5 August 2023) | Francis https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/letters/2023/documents/20230805-lettera-sacerdoti.html Pope blasts American critics' 'reactionary attitude' as 'useless' fight against progress https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2023/aug/28/pope-says-his-american-critics-have-reactionary-at/ 2) Pope Francis writing a second part of Laudato si' Vatican News article https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2023-08/pope-writing-second-part-of-laudato-si.html 3) Pastoral Letter from Bishop Strickland, August 2023 - The Catholic Diocese of Tyler https://www.dioceseoftyler.org/2023/08/23/pastoral-letter-from-bishop-strickland-august-2023/ Bishop Strickland's Pastoral Letter on the Synod (Reason and Theology - Michael Lofton's analysis) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gskXbKrPKGg Firebrand Texas Bishop Strickland says Rome synod will reveal 'true schismatics' | National Catholic Reporter https://www.ncronline.org/news/firebrand-texas-bishop-strickland-says-rome-synod-will-reveal-true-schismatics What Scott Hahn's public support for Bishop Strickland signifies - Where Peter Is https://wherepeteris.com/what-scott-hahns-public-support-for-bishop-strickland-signifies/ ABOUT THE DEBRIEF Intro Episode: https://youtu.be/LevSkGFqq4U A weekly show where we dive deep into the news, topics, questions, and controversies facing the Catholic Church today. Hosted by Dominic de Souza, founder of SmartCatholics, posing questions to Mike Lewis, editor and cofounder of Where Peter Is. We bring you commentary, analysis, and context on tough questions that the Church is facing. Whether you’re a devout Catholic, a curious seeker, or just interested in the news and happenings in the Church, join us for The Debrief. When it comes to news and controversies in the Catholic Church, stay curious, informed, and engaged. WHERE PETER IS Visit Where Peter Is.com to read articles, commentaries, and spiritual reflections by and for faithful Catholics who support the mission and vision of Pope Francis. https://wherepeteris.com SMARTCATHOLICS The conversation is brought to you from SmartCatholics.com, the free online community for millennials, creators, and learners. Join our private WherePeterIs group to ask questions, share insights, and suggest topics for next time. https://smartcatholics.com DONATE Consider becoming a Patreon sponsor for Where Peter Is. Your generosity will help us continue to bring valuable content to you and enhance the quality of this show. https://www.patreon.com/where_peter_is