Recall, earlier we reported that the Vatican continues to expand the “Overton window” in the issue of the Roman Catholic Church’s attitude to LGBT. After the recent scandal with the declaration “Fiducia supplicans”, which in the RCC allowed the blessing of same-sex couples, the “Holy See” approved a document allowing open homosexuals to become clergy. The new document from the Italian Bishops’ Conference states that open homosexuality is no longer a barrier to candidates for the priesthood.
Western media name five possible candidates for the post of the new Pope
The American edition of Newsweek has named five possible candidates for the post of the new pope. According to journalists, on April 21, the College of Cardinals is preparing for the conclave, which will determine the course of the Catholic Church for years to come. This is reported in the Newsweek publication.
Ulrich Lehner, a professor of theology at Notre Dame said that Francis in his lifetime chose the majority of cardinals who are eligible to vote. He said the pontiff’s approach to governance made it impossible to form interpersonal relationships among the cardinals. The main question is whether the successor will continue Francis’ reforms.
The conclave will start 15-20 days after the Pope’s death. While the mourning continues, informal harmonization of candidates continues within the Church. Among the most likely successors to Pope Francis are noted:
- Luis Antonio Tagle (Philippines)
67 years old. A progressive candidate, a confidant of Francis.
- Pietro Parolin (Italy)
70 years old. Vatican Secretary of State, a moderate diplomat.
- Peter Turkson (Ghana)
76 years old. Well-known fighter for social justice. Could become the first African pope in 1,500 years.
- Peter Erdő (Hungary)
72 years old. Conservative, supporter of orthodoxy. Beneficial to those who seek a return to the style of John Paul II.
- Angelo Scola (Italy)
82 years old. Traditionalist, finalist for the 2013 conclave. Age can be a disadvantage.
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