Man reverted to Catholicism under Pope Benedict, now says ‘Rome is lost’ and praises Islam
Br. Seraphim Mary said the man’s ‘struggle seems rooted in needing an authority in matters of faith and morality in a time of mundane confusion.’
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Articles tagged Francis Effect
‘Francis has built his popularity at the expense of the church he leads’: New York Times op-ed
The supposed 'Francis effect' has failed to materialize, First Things editor Matthew Schmitz observes in New York Times, concurred with by blunt, additional comments by Catholic World Report editor Olsen.
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The ‘Francis effect’ is silencing Catholic bishops, priests, and laity
These days holding firm to Catholic doctrine and practise can seem like an act of disloyalty to the pope, yet to acquiesce is to betray the Church.
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