Pope Francis to Cardinals: Reject Gossip, Favoritism

So much for papal-palace intrigue.

Pope Francis targeted some of the highest-ranking members of the Catholic church in his homily at St. Peter’s Basilica on Sunday, saying cardinals need to reject “intrigue, gossip, power pacts, favoritism,” according to the Associated Press

He added that bishops and the 19 new cardinals, who were awarded the title on Saturday, should strive to be good servants of the people.

The statements align with the progressive tone that Pope Francis struck in his first year as head of the church. He has publicly called for the church and its followers to serve the poor, and change its focus from topics such as abortion and same-sex marriage Read more…

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