Apostolic Journey or Syncretistic Spectacle? Dissecting Leo XIV’s Istanbul “Mass”
Vatican News portal (November 29, 2025) reports on an ecumenical gathering during Leo XIV’s “Mass” at Volkswagen Arena in Istanbul, featuring interfaith participants celebrating “peace” and “unity.” The article describes Armenian Apostolic Orthodox, Syriac Orthodox, and Catholic attendees interpreting the event as a “historic moment” promoting interreligious dialogue. This syncretic spectacle epitomizes the conciliar sect’s doctrinal bankruptcy.









