By Father David Nix, Padre Peregrino Hermitage Blog - I tell this little vignette now for a reason. Among traditionalist Catholics, there has been a range of reactions to the events in Rome in 2025, similar to 2013. Some are enthusiastic; some cautiously optimistic; others anticipate a de facto Francis II, papered over with vestments and a little Latin. Time will tell what actually happens... we are well aware of our powerlessness to do anything about it except to endure. We wonder if, in fact, we personally have the power to endure... If you’re suffering from Pope-xiety, these practices will help.