This whole post is worth reading and rereading, but that sentence hit me the hardest. We are a lot more familiar with two other responses to a bully like the president: try to reason or try to ignore. Neither one works. Pope Leo’s response is like watching a martial arts master quietly sidestep and leave the opponent attacking air.
It's unclear how far the President's supporters will go to excuse his blasphemy and literal idolatry, but apparently it's pretty far. It's unclear how long the majority of the evangelical and mainline branches of the U.S. Church will go to ignore it, but it seems too far. Great observations as usual, Beau.
As a Catholic who struggles with the institution, Pope Leo standing up for the Gospel is really helping to heal me
Thanks for the commentary and analysis. These are trying times and your encouragement is appreciated.
This is beautifully truthful in regard to such blasphemy, sadness, and blatant disrespect.
Sad world. Astute observations. Beautiful writing. Thank you.
Thanks Beau. The Pope's prophetic ministry will be needed more and more.
That AI generated image gives me the goosebumps. Abomination of desolation vibes
“He said he would not enter into debate.”
This whole post is worth reading and rereading, but that sentence hit me the hardest. We are a lot more familiar with two other responses to a bully like the president: try to reason or try to ignore. Neither one works. Pope Leo’s response is like watching a martial arts master quietly sidestep and leave the opponent attacking air.
When sanctuary thins, production coercively fills the gap. The solution isn't to engage coercion, but to strengthen sanctuary.
Such a powerful message. Have you connected with @Letters from Pope Leo?
It's unclear how far the President's supporters will go to excuse his blasphemy and literal idolatry, but apparently it's pretty far. It's unclear how long the majority of the evangelical and mainline branches of the U.S. Church will go to ignore it, but it seems too far. Great observations as usual, Beau.
Right on. Accurate and insightful.