Originally posted by: HappyPuppy
Has he ever spoken out against pedophilia? Has he ever ordered a worldwide investigation of the Catholic Church's policy of hiding, moving and protecting its molesting priests?
No, he hasn't.
Originally posted by: shimsham
its just a reflecton of the level of maturity and trolls when it comes to some of the users here. im not religious so im not personally offended, but it takes a small person to disrespect someone on their death bed.
Originally posted by: Zim Hosein
Originally posted by: shimsham
its just a reflecton of the level of maturity and trolls when it comes to some of the users here. im not religious so im not personally offended, but it takes a small person to disrespect someone on their death bed.
I'm not a troll, nor is my maturity level sub-par shimsham, but just because a person is on his/her deathbed, doesn't not mean that they are allowed to escape criticism IMO![]()
Originally posted by: rudeguy
Originally posted by: Zim Hosein
Originally posted by: rudeguy
while I am usually in favor of kicking people while they are down, I am going to have to agree with you. This man, regardless of his religion, has done nothing but to try to bring peace and goodwill to every corner of the Earth.
He has earned our respect. All of you flamebait assholes making these threads, what have you done to earn such respect? Nothing? OK then. Find something more worthwhile to post about.
rudeguy and I don't agree! :Q
Yes, the Pope has done many Noble things for people of this planet, but he has also not taken action in numerous scandals against children IMO. It's not the best comparison, but I view the Pope the same way I would view a CEO or General, he/she should take all responsibility for those under him, just my 2¢![]()
I thought the church did apoligize for that? I dont know for sure since I am not catholic and I really didnt follow the story much.
I really hate what those priests did. And if the pope did know about it, then he should have done something about it. But still, the guy is dying. Why should we talk bad about him now? I didnt see a thousand posts about him before. But now that he is dying he is fair game?
Thats just wrong. Grow some balls and pick on someone who can defend themselves.
Originally posted by: rudeguy
while I am usually in favor of kicking people while they are down, I am going to have to agree with you. This man, regardless of his religion, has done nothing but to try to bring peace and goodwill to every corner of the Earth.
He has earned our respect. All of you flamebait assholes making these threads, what have you done to earn such respect? Nothing? OK then. Find something more worthwhile to post about.
Originally posted by: bootymac
Meh, the guy is almost dead. I have nothing nice to say, so I don't bother saying anything about the whole subject![]()
Originally posted by: Baked
April 1st has passed, the man's about to die, give the jokes a rest, and show some respect already.
Originally posted by: HappyPuppy
Originally posted by: shimsham
its just a reflecton of the level of maturity and trolls when it comes to some of the users here. im not religious so im not personally offended, but it takes a small person to disrespect someone on their death bed.
A person has to earn the respect you speak of when they are on their deathbed. As Zim said, the Pope has done many great things and I appllaud him for that. He dropped the ball on other situations, very import things that have been ongoing inside the church for hundreds of years.
We don't live in the barbaric past, we live in modern times when we take care ALL people, including chidren.
He never did a thing to protect the children from his own employees.
Originally posted by: shimsham
Originally posted by: HappyPuppy
Originally posted by: shimsham
its just a reflecton of the level of maturity and trolls when it comes to some of the users here. im not religious so im not personally offended, but it takes a small person to disrespect someone on their death bed.
A person has to earn the respect you speak of when they are on their deathbed. As Zim said, the Pope has done many great things and I appllaud him for that. He dropped the ball on other situations, very import things that have been ongoing inside the church for hundreds of years.
We don't live in the barbaric past, we live in modern times when we take care ALL people, including chidren.
He never did a thing to protect the children from his own employees.
disrespect and criticism are 2 different things. being hateful isnt criticism, its just hate, and reflects more on the person saying it than who they target with it.
the man is almost dead, and will get his due, whatever that may be. what more does someone who hates the pope want? whats the point in spitting out hate, other than just being hateful?
Originally posted by: adambooth
The pope can suck a lemon.
Originally posted by: adambooth
Har har har.
I couldn't really give two shits about the pope.
I'd have to disagree with you there.Originally posted by: rudeguy
while I am usually in favor of kicking people while they are down, I am going to have to agree with you. This man, regardless of his religion, has done nothing but to try to bring peace and goodwill to every corner of the Earth.
Originally posted by: HappyPuppy
Originally posted by: shimsham
Originally posted by: HappyPuppy
Originally posted by: shimsham
its just a reflecton of the level of maturity and trolls when it comes to some of the users here. im not religious so im not personally offended, but it takes a small person to disrespect someone on their death bed.
A person has to earn the respect you speak of when they are on their deathbed. As Zim said, the Pope has done many great things and I appllaud him for that. He dropped the ball on other situations, very import things that have been ongoing inside the church for hundreds of years.
We don't live in the barbaric past, we live in modern times when we take care ALL people, including chidren.
He never did a thing to protect the children from his own employees.
disrespect and criticism are 2 different things. being hateful isnt criticism, its just hate, and reflects more on the person saying it than who they target with it.
the man is almost dead, and will get his due, whatever that may be. what more does someone who hates the pope want? whats the point in spitting out hate, other than just being hateful?
Are you assuming I hate the Pope, or anyone else? If so you are mistaken.
I reserve the right to criticize and voice my opinion of any person. I have done so in this case.
In my opinion he deserves no more accolades than Hitler, Stalin or Mao. They all did great things for thier people, but in doing so they also perpetrated great evil.
Is the Pope in the same category as the aforementioned, no, but he isn't much better.
No hate, just critical analysis and logic, plus a little sadness for all the children who would never have been harmed if he had lived up to his job.
Originally posted by: meltdown75
Originally posted by: adambooth
Har har har.
I couldn't really give two shits about the pope.
gee you're a real trailblazer aren't ya? stfu already.
Originally posted by: daveymark
come again?
That's not the point.Originally posted by: Atomicus
The Pope is nothing more than the Bishop of Rome. He isn't that important if you've ever studied medieval religion, you'd know that. Catholics don't need him. They don't need bishops either!