The Global Vatican : An Inside Look At The Cath... Apr 2026

The Global Vatican: An Inside Look at the Catholic Church, World Politics, and the Extraordinary Relationship Between the United States and the Holy See

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. The global Vatican : an inside look at the Cath...

He moves from the history of John Carroll, the first Catholic bishop in America, to his own modern-day diplomatic efforts, showing how the Church’s role has evolved from a limited European focus to a truly global perspective. Looking Toward the Future Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The Global Vatican: An Inside Look at the

Rooney masterfully explains why this relationship is more than just a symbolic gesture: finally established an official diplomatic mission to the