AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoVatican Communications Shake-Up: Pope Leo XIV has appointed Maria Montserrat “Montse” Alvarado—president and COO of EWTN News—as prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication, a first for a laywoman (and the first non-religious woman) to lead a dicastery; she takes over on Nov. 1, replacing Paolo Ruffini. Papal Spain Focus: As Pope Leo’s June 6–12 trip to Spain gets underway, coverage highlights his priorities on migrants, political polarization, and a planned stop at Montserrat Monastery, with more than 20 speeches including an address to Spain’s parliament. Church Abuse Pressure: Ahead of the visit, Spanish reporting renews scrutiny over decades of child sexual abuse cover-ups by senior church officials, with calls for clearer accountability and possible protests if victims aren’t met. Montserrat Preparedness: Locally, Montserrat’s leaders and the DMCA are urging residents to stay ready for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, pointing to shelter activation plans, emergency communications, healthcare readiness, and year-round preparedness. World Cup Viewing for the Region: Rush Sports says it’s building a fuller Caribbean World Cup experience with broadcast coverage across multiple territories, including Montserrat, as the tournament approaches.
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