Common Sense: A pope’s view
I find it amusing that some would question the Pope’s authority to comment on what makes a good Christian. Frankly, I would think commenting on religion and Christianity would be a very basic part of the Pope’s job description. After all, among his titles is “Vicar of Christ.”
It’s understandable that supporters of Donald Trump are not going to agree or like the Pope’s comments concerning some of Trump’s controversial statements. Frankly, I sometimes disagree with the Pope. But, I do think the Pope’s view, considering some of Trump’s statements, is not all that surprising.
Many Catholics — including myself — have been disappointed in the past by senior church leadership failing to speak up. Pope Francis is different. He has not been afraid to speak up, to offer a clear view and to lead by example. In this way he teaches us. And I for one never thought the caveat on the Pope speaking up was that he should only speak up when he agrees with us.