Francis a pope who has cared deeply for the poor and opened up the Catholic Church
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from The Conversation1 week ago
Pope Francis, elected on March 13, 2013, and currently hospitalized due to pneumonia, has transformed the papacy through unprecedented outreach to marginalized groups. He turned a Vatican plaza into a refuge for the homeless, referred to as "nobles of the street," and washed the feet of non-Christians, showcasing his message of compassion. While reaffirming traditional Catholic teachings, he has encouraged a more welcoming stance towards LGBTQ+ individuals and has opened leadership roles to women, marking a significant shift in church engagement with social issues.
Pope Francis has transformed the papacy by reaching out to marginalized communities, washing the feet of non-Christians, and creating a refuge for the homeless in Vatican City.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/francis-a-pope-who-has-cared-deeply-for-the-poor-and-opened-up-the-catholic-church-164362
His papacy marks a significant shift towards inclusivity, as he welcomed gay and transgender individuals while also affirming traditional Catholic teachings on sexuality.
The Conversationhttps://theconversation.com/francis-a-pope-who-has-cared-deeply-for-the-poor-and-opened-up-the-catholic-church-164362
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