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In reply to the discussion: Gotta say, me/lapsed-Cath, this pope is beginning to put a spell on me [View all]Bluenorthwest
(45,319 posts)50. If stating the facts about your faith and the leaders of that faith is 'taking a dump' on it, then
what colorful characterization would you use for calling a minority group 'inherently disordered' and claiming they are influenced by Satan and demons? Why do you claim it is acceptable for Francis to spew filth at gay people but not acceptable for us to answer back to his lies?
Do you think we are your property, here to be abused for the amusement of Frank and his flock? That's not the case.
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What this Pope has taught me is that many Democrats are perfectly comfortable with sexist and
Bluenorthwest
Dec 2014
#30
Yikes. I hope Pope Frank stays away from these guys on the Ides of March.
True Blue Door
Dec 2014
#19
As an atheist, the best thing about Pope Francis is the conservatives reaction to him.
FLPanhandle
Dec 2014
#28
He appears to be trying to correct the image of the RCC, shows his compassion,
Thinkingabout
Dec 2014
#29
He says gay people are inherently disordered, abortion is murder, birth control a grave wrong.
Bluenorthwest
Dec 2014
#31
Good grief, I said nothing about specific issues. My point was solely about this one dude
UTUSN
Dec 2014
#32
If Catholicism didn't have the supernatural element it would be like the Republican Party.
Arugula Latte
Dec 2014
#35
If stating the facts about your faith and the leaders of that faith is 'taking a dump' on it, then
Bluenorthwest
Dec 2014
#50
I like this Pope too. Write that down. I want to be on your veiled threat list.
DisgustipatedinCA
Dec 2014
#36
As another estranged Catholic I have to add my applause! Go git-em Papa Francesco!
bklyncowgirl
Dec 2014
#47