ROME — After consulting with a number of other prelates and summarizing their considerations, an anonymous cardinal has issued a sharp critique of Francis’s papacy and proposals for moving forward.
1400 words sentenceThe article, published this week by the Catholic news site Daily Compass and titled “Profile of the Next Pope,” expresses deep concern about the impact of Pope Francis’ nearly 11-year pontificate.
Among the pope’s shortcomings are “a governing style that appears autocratic and sometimes vindictive; carelessness in matters of law; intolerance of even respectful disagreement; and, most seriously, a lack of respect for faith and morals.” “The pattern of ambiguity in the issue is causing confusion among believers,” the text argues.
The cardinals also emphasized that “the current papacy is highly dependent on the Jesuits.” [Jesuits]a recent problematic work by DDF [Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith] The emergence of an oligarchy led by Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernández and his confidants who have excessive influence within the Vatican. ”
Because of this continued turmoil, the cardinals say the Catholic Church is “more divided today than at any time in recent history.”
His critics say Francis’ reputation for revenge stems from a pattern of harsh treatment of conservatives.
as catholic herald said On Friday, “Francis swiftly and ruthlessly confronts priests, bishops, and cardinals who oppose his reforms or criticize his governing style, even as allies are protected.” We have continued to protect our allies.” [been] He is accused of heinous crimes of sexual abuse and rape. ”
In 2017, historian Henry Sayre published the following paper: Book called The Dictator Pope: Inside the Curia of Francis His pen name is Marcantonio Colonna.
In it, Sire portrayed Francis as an authoritarian leader who is immune to opposition and criticism. Despite his public persona as a jovial populace, Francis turned out to be “a papal tyrant, the likes of whom we have not seen in centuries,” and under his regime, “the Vatican Systematically silenced,” Shear wrote. Eliminate and replace those who criticize the Pope’s views. ”
“When the publicity cameras go off, Pope Francis becomes a different person. Arrogant, belittling people, abusive, and notorious for violent outbursts that are known to everyone from cardinals to drivers,” Seyer said. he wrote.
The cardinals noted in this week’s document that the document had to be published anonymously because of “the policy of today’s Roman environment that candor is not welcomed and its consequences can be unpleasant.” There is.
Nevertheless, they set out what they see as an important task for the next pope, which is to “recover and reestablish truths that have gradually become obscured or lost among many Christians.” ” will be the focus.
Among them, the cardinals advocate resolution of doctrinal ambiguities that are “neither evangelical nor welcoming.”
“The Church is a community of faith as well as the Word and Sacraments,” they write, so “doctrinal issues are not burdens imposed by unfeeling ‘jurists,’” but “Christian It’s extremely important in life.” Really. ”
The text points out that the current pope tends to promote “compassion and emotion at the expense of reason, justice, and truth.”
“For a faith-based community, this is unhealthy and extremely dangerous,” the cardinals declare.
The document follows the publication in 2022 of a similar memorandum calling Francis’ pontificate a “disaster” and “catastrophe” while clarifying the essential tasks for St. Peter’s next successor. It is signed under a pseudonym.
The document was signed by Demos (Greek for “people”), but its author was later identified as the late Australian Cardinal George Pell.
This is what was said before.Locuta of Rome.ultimate cause” (Rome has spoken and the case is solved). Today is:Lokitur of Rome.Confucio Augeteur” (Roma speaks, confusion increases), the memo claimed.
