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In reply to the discussion: Squeeling with glee over the Pope while condemning Duck Dude... [View all]theHandpuppet
(19,964 posts)6. But not a surprise
http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20131230/local/lgbt-federation-in-argentina-not-surprised-by-popes-comments-on-maltas-gay-adoptions-legislation.500822#.UsKxcq8o6M8
Argentina LGBT federation 'not surprised' by Pope's comments on Malta's gay adoptions legislation
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"This case, demonstrates yet another time - as we have repeatedly said - that there is no will from Pope Francis part to change the doctrinal position of the Catholic Church with respect to the family and the lack of recognition of gay or lesbian parents.
"It is important to remember that during the Debate on Marriage Equality in Argentina, Jorge Bergoglio, as Cardinal of Buenos Aires undertook a war in Gods name against what he considered a devils plan to destroy the Argentine society."
Mr Paulón said Mgr Scicluna's declaration was no surprise as it clearly showed the true position of Pope Francis with respect to sexual diversity.
He said the most painful fact was Pope Francis silence in view of the increasing penalization and persecution of homosexuals around the world, especially in Asia, Africa and Eastern Europe. "Unfortunately there was not a single word from Pope Francis on Indias Court decision, the restrictive law in Uganda and prohibition of homosexual propaganda in Russia.
Argentina LGBT federation 'not surprised' by Pope's comments on Malta's gay adoptions legislation
(excerpt)
"This case, demonstrates yet another time - as we have repeatedly said - that there is no will from Pope Francis part to change the doctrinal position of the Catholic Church with respect to the family and the lack of recognition of gay or lesbian parents.
"It is important to remember that during the Debate on Marriage Equality in Argentina, Jorge Bergoglio, as Cardinal of Buenos Aires undertook a war in Gods name against what he considered a devils plan to destroy the Argentine society."
Mr Paulón said Mgr Scicluna's declaration was no surprise as it clearly showed the true position of Pope Francis with respect to sexual diversity.
He said the most painful fact was Pope Francis silence in view of the increasing penalization and persecution of homosexuals around the world, especially in Asia, Africa and Eastern Europe. "Unfortunately there was not a single word from Pope Francis on Indias Court decision, the restrictive law in Uganda and prohibition of homosexual propaganda in Russia.
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He invites even non-believers to desire peace? As if non-belivers in general don't?
idwiyo
Dec 2013
#29
Wow. Unreal. Francis says my family is 'a destructive attack on God's plan' and he
Bluenorthwest
Jan 2014
#66
I saw something about the pope saying about gays adopting is bad. that was heartbreaking to hear.
hrmjustin
Dec 2013
#4
He has called such adoption 'child abuse' and 'discrimination in advance against the
Bluenorthwest
Jan 2014
#67
Heard the same thing on fox 5 at the garage the other day...FoxRage oh my.
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#5
The difference is purely sartorial. Your wee excerpt is not even an accurate
Bluenorthwest
Jan 2014
#68
Mitt Romney doesn't live in a mansion, just a simple room. He's humble you see. nt
Demo_Chris
Dec 2013
#21
That statistic also has no source or explanation as to how they came up with it.
pnwmom
Jan 2014
#77
The Vatican itself has prime commercial real estate spread out over the best bits of
Bluenorthwest
Jan 2014
#69
because you know it is hard to find threads condemning the catholic churches various stances here
Johonny
Dec 2013
#22
It sucks seeing Democrats on a Democratic website support a misogynistic homophobe.
Vashta Nerada
Dec 2013
#24
Its always good when we see formidable institutions move the right way on some things.
phleshdef
Jan 2014
#60
I think that what you propose takes more effort than most are putting into it.
Bluenorthwest
Jan 2014
#70
Funny I read the boards daily and I dont know of anyone "squealing with glee" over this pope
Drew Richards
Dec 2013
#25
Do you have the links to the pope quoting what you claim are his stated positions?
notadmblnd
Dec 2013
#26
You won't find those quotes there, but you'll find plenty of anti-Catholic bigotry. nt
pnwmom
Dec 2013
#35
Well, did you google it? Took me less than 1 minute to find proof to those "crazy" accusations".
idwiyo
Dec 2013
#49
New pope is a homophobic forced-birther and protector of institutionalised pedophilia.
idwiyo
Jan 2014
#59
Your OP and follow-ups are just nonsensical rantings of a misinformed person
Drahthaardogs
Jan 2014
#72
Straw Man, no DU'ers are "squeeling with glee" over the Pope. So your entire OP is off base.
KittyWampus
Jan 2014
#74