Sadly, it just seems as if the institutional church went off message maybe 400 or 500CE and then really lost it in 1000 or 1100CE. Jesus would not approve.
Selfishly I think it is a perfect time for American pope we need. World leader urgently we need to restore hope and decency destroyed by Trump and supporters.
Wouldn't that be interesting? A progressive pope is what is needed to counteract the destructive and selfish actions present in the world today. Apparently the pope must be male but any nationality will do as long as compassion and openness are part of his essence.
Brined - well noted Ms Wilde.... me too until 7th,'64 and 8th grade,'65. Suddenly my chicken was lifted from the brine and I was interested in other religions as my Church began to foster an ecumenical spirit. Spent a '71 summer in Southeast Asia studying multiple religions which further opened my eyes . I still choose to be a liberal Catholic.
Michael, you are one of the people I know who practice the Catholicism of Jesus and not just the institutional Church. Our conversations go back 45 years and I know you to be compassionate, intelligent, thoughtful and genuine. As you know, I've always been envious of what you have and I plan to continue learning from you. Maybe the new pope needs to talk to you! :)
The new movie “Conclave” on prime is totally absorbing.
I too had a Mother who went through catholic school up to college. Then a state university . For reasons that would make a movie she gave the church up. A visit by my grandmother always included a midnight mass, or an Easter mass, and a chance to play with her rosary.
The book is enticing me to read it. The movie is excellent and very thought provoking.
Yes, that movie Conclave was impressive on so many levels. This book is packed with a lot of details (maybe too many?) but it is an engrossing read. Pick it up if you want to be distracted for awhile. xxx
Thanks for the review. Added to my list. I especially concur with your final assessment. I have trouble with the hierarchy, but not Christ.
Sadly, it just seems as if the institutional church went off message maybe 400 or 500CE and then really lost it in 1000 or 1100CE. Jesus would not approve.
Selfishly I think it is a perfect time for American pope we need. World leader urgently we need to restore hope and decency destroyed by Trump and supporters.
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Wouldn't that be interesting? A progressive pope is what is needed to counteract the destructive and selfish actions present in the world today. Apparently the pope must be male but any nationality will do as long as compassion and openness are part of his essence.
Cardinal Joseph Tobin is a viable candidate. A holy man who loves common flawed people
Brined - well noted Ms Wilde.... me too until 7th,'64 and 8th grade,'65. Suddenly my chicken was lifted from the brine and I was interested in other religions as my Church began to foster an ecumenical spirit. Spent a '71 summer in Southeast Asia studying multiple religions which further opened my eyes . I still choose to be a liberal Catholic.
Michael, you are one of the people I know who practice the Catholicism of Jesus and not just the institutional Church. Our conversations go back 45 years and I know you to be compassionate, intelligent, thoughtful and genuine. As you know, I've always been envious of what you have and I plan to continue learning from you. Maybe the new pope needs to talk to you! :)
The new movie “Conclave” on prime is totally absorbing.
I too had a Mother who went through catholic school up to college. Then a state university . For reasons that would make a movie she gave the church up. A visit by my grandmother always included a midnight mass, or an Easter mass, and a chance to play with her rosary.
The book is enticing me to read it. The movie is excellent and very thought provoking.
Yes, that movie Conclave was impressive on so many levels. This book is packed with a lot of details (maybe too many?) but it is an engrossing read. Pick it up if you want to be distracted for awhile. xxx