Tag: Pope Francis
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Pope Dreams – What on Earth Possessed me to Write it
The year was 2005, and Pope John Paul II had just passed away. Amongst media reports about the upcoming conclave, I heard one commentor state that the Pope does not have to be chosen from the college of Cardinals. I had no idea that this could be possible and immediately thought; what could motivate the…
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Habemus Papam – Welcome Pope Leo XIV (AKA Pope Bob)
In my previous blog post, I conveyed my fears that the next Pope may not be as progressive and tolerant as Pope Francis. So, with the election of American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost to the papacy late last week, have my fears been realised? On the face of it, I’ll have to say no. Pope…
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RIP Jorge Mario Bergoglio – AKA Pope Francis
The death of Pope Francis has brought great sadness to many in the world including myself. His progressive interpretation of Catholic doctrine brought relief to many who had previously been ostracised by the hard-line stand of many in the church hierarchy. Sadly, although he implored the clergy to be more tolerant and accepting, real and…
Stephen D'Agata 