King Charles, Pope Leo XIV Hold Prayer Service in 500-Year First

King Charles, Pope Leo XIV Hold Prayer Service in 500-Year First
Above: Pope Leo XIV, King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the Apostolic Palace on Oct. 23, 2025 in Vatican City. Image copyright: Simone Risoluti/Vatican Media/Vatican Pool/Getty Images

The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

This historic prayer service represents a wonderful gesture of Christian unity between two major church leaders. King Charles embodies earnest Christian humanity in his pursuit of duty, displaying the three-dimensional character modern monarchy requires. The union of these church heads coming together inspires understanding of fundamental faith values, and their joining in prayer marks good diplomacy, rather than religious radicalism.

Establishment-critical narrative

King Charles has betrayed his Protestant coronation oath by worshipping with the Pope, denying the finality of Christ's sacrifice through the Catholic Mass. The special papal title and permanent throne bearing his coat of arms signal a dangerous reversal of the Reformation. In the midst of the continued Prince Andrew scandal, Charles has chosen a photo opportunity above adhering to his faith.

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