“Although, it would be a mistake to underrate and undervalue the intellectual depth and theological insights that inform his teaching and actions. Pope Francis is the first non-European pope and in many ways we are all still adjusting to the perspectives and experiences that he contributes.”
“But the heavily spiritual emphasis of the pope's initiative confused some of the foreign ambassadors, invited to attend the closing prayer in St. Peter's at the end of the day. "Lord, help me!" Francis exclaimed, noting that this is a plea that has become the desperate cry of an entire people.”
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Francis’ Vision for a Renewed Theology - LA CIVILTÀ CATTOLICA
In the silence of St. Peter's Basilica
