It seems like Pope Francis is determined to see that his papacy is marked by an extraordinary level of controversy, much of it generated by him within the Catholic Church itself. While the Christian faith is no stranger to theological disputes since its inception 2,000 years ago, some periods have obviously been marked by more vigorous debates than others, much to the regret of devoted adherents to the Faith.
Yet Pope Francis doesn’t seem to be troubled by being the center of some very divisive disputes, or the fact that he is the one who has created them.
He has taken a strong position in favor of open immigration, and has made statements on theology that are in direct opposition to historic Christian doctrine such as his proclamation that all religions worship the same god.
He recently took a very charitable and supportive position on Cuban Dictator Fidel Castro, an avowed atheist, who just died.
But this time he may have really done it. See page two.
and Cardinal Zen is correct !! this pope is way off course
This p**p is driven by his ideology not his religion. This is man’s will replacing God’s will and wisdom.
I agree
The Church is divided and has been since Pope Francis was chosen to lead the family. There has never been a Pope who resembled how Christ lived and thought like this Holy man. You all want things to stay exactly the way they were and the changes he is making is changing the way you are use to living. He is a Pope of the people, no pomp and circumstances for for him…plain clothes, simple food, sparse lodging, connected to all people just as Jesus lived His life. I have no idea what’s in the Pope’s heart and mind but I do know it’s Christ inspired. What I also know is he is a holy man. This Church can split, it’s been done before…call yourselves something else. What I know is the Pope is the head of Christ’s house, doing Jesus’ work. I know which side I’m on.
“RECOVERING CATHOLIC” HERE… does anyone else question why the truly “great” popes (i.e., those popes who actually connect with people) seem to disappear under questionable circumstances??
I am not Catholic and I think the Pope has lost direction.
I don’t know ant Catholics who “worship” the pope. Where do people get these nutty ideas?
We know how it ends why worry start living for the day we see Jesus
Glad he’s speaking out. I wish more would, because it seems that Pope Francis betrays Christ and the church nearly every day.
Agree