Joseph Ratzinger named new pope-- Benedict XVI

LSPoorEeyorick · 04-19-2005, 10:10 AM

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Does this mean we're in for a new "Spanish Inquisition"?

Heh. Nobody expects it.

Seriously, though, John Paul II named him to the position of the prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of Faith, which used to be called the Holy Office of the Inquisition. Basically, he lays smackdown on dissenting Catholics. Or he did. Before he was named Pope. Though he'll probably still do that, just from a position of more power. Swell!

wendybeth · 04-19-2005, 10:32 AM

I was disappointed in the choice, but not surprised. The Church thinks this Pope will be strong enough to silence the growing dissent, but I think he may end up being incredibly devisive. Wouldn't it be ironic if a german Pope led to a break between the Roman and American Church?

04-19-2005, 10:32 AM	#2
wendybeth Nevermind Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 7,847	I was disappointed in the choice, but not surprised. The Church thinks this Pope will be strong enough to silence the growing dissent, but I think he may end up being incredibly devisive. Wouldn't it be ironic if a german Pope led to a break between the Roman and American Church? __________________
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