<p>Ed unpacks <a target="_blank" href="https://www.pillarcatholic.com/p/is-xinxiang-appointment-a-complicated">the recent installation of a new bishop in China</a>, and what it could signal about the state of the Vatican-China deal. </p><p>Then, Pillar Rome correspondent Edgar Beltrán joins the podcast to talk about <a target="_blank" href="https://www.pillarcatholic.com/p/porras-incident-puts-vaticans-balancing">the situation of Cardinal Porras in Venezuela.</a> </p><p>This episode is sponsored by Carved Wood Cross, bringing you meaningful art made by human hands.</p><p>There’s still time to order before Christmas! Get 20% off your order with promo code PILLAR.</p><p>Learn more at <a target="_blank" href="http://CarvedWoodCross.Etsy.com">CarvedWoodCross.Etsy.com</a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe</a>