AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoVatican & Montserrat: Pope Leo XIV has landed in Spain for a June 6–12 trip that includes a stop at Montserrat Monastery, with migrants and political polarization front and center. Church Governance: The Vatican also confirmed Maria Montserrat “Montse” Alvarado (EWTN News president) as the new prefect of the Dicastery for Communication, effective Nov. 1—an historic first for a laywoman leading a dicastery. Abuse Reparations: Ahead of the visit, Spain’s government and bishops’ conference moved forward on a reparations program for historic clergy abuse cases, while survivor groups press for more direct recognition and meetings. ECCU Economy: A new regional analysis argues the “cost of money” in the Eastern Caribbean is keeping lending expensive, slowing growth, and points to credit unions as a possible pressure valve. Montserrat Resilience: As hurricane season begins, Montserrat officials highlighted food security planning—expanding local cultivation to reduce reliance on imports during storms and shipping disruptions. Regional Justice: The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court named Margaret Price Findlay as Chief Justice, effective April 9, 2026.
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