The Pope, wearing a velvet cloak trimmed in ermine and a gold embroidered silk sash, today saidthat tough times can give back simplicity and solidarity to holiday celebrations.
Hey, indulge him a little.
And, of course, while all other expenses must be reduced in these trying economic times, don’t neglect to tithe your usual 10% lest ye be not right with God.
Dan, I sure hope you meant to say “Pope: Economic crisis helps us lead simple lives” otherwise, that’s some pretty fucked up shit right there.
:smack: Yeah, that would be Jim Jones.
Heh.
If it’s any consolation, DanBlather, I completely missed it. Funny the way the brain just makes you see what you expect to see.
He was wearing much the same outfit the last time he condemned homosexuality.
Has he condemned Snoop-Dogg yet? He’s got the ironic outfit all ready to go and I’m sure he could scare up some sort of goblet or grail or something from the Vatican basement.
There’s nothing wrong with being a little hypocritical as long as you look fabulous while doing it.
The Pope didn’t say what the OP implies. I suggest reading the article
Simplicity is a relative thing. After all, the Pope’s formal regalia used to include a three-story hat.
“Perhaps the world crisis that is affecting so many families and all of humanity could be the stimulus for rediscovering the warmth, simplicity, amity and solidarity which are the very values of Christmas” the Pope said.
Where did you get the details on his outfit? Or does the pope wear the same clothes for all public speaking events?
You know, the traditional Santa Claus costume is pretty elaborate and includes lots of white fur. Now, was this seen traditionally as contradictory to values of family togetherness, generosity and tradition?
I realize people may have different opinions on these subjects. Personally, I am Catholic - and I have no problem with elaborate vestments or churches or cathedrals so long as such does not interfere with the Church’s mission.
There are always going to be those who visit the Cathedral of Notre Dame and bash it as an extravagant expense in a world that then saw and still sees poverty - not seeing that this architectural and artistic masterpiece has its own place in our world, and the Church was right to build it.
The Catholic Church has always done this in times of economic hardship. I disagree because I don’t think leading a simple life is a virtue, but it’s not exactly a new tune.
Valete,
Vox Imperatoris
Well, we like people to look on the bright side of things. Plus, it’s a good time to forego the complex, fast-lane life for a while and focus on what really matters.
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Anyway, the Pope actually lives pretty simply, given his position. His days are mostly spent in constant work and prayer, and all that stuff is owned the the Church itself, and will be passed along to the next Pope.
Not sure what’s so offensive about what he said, but then again I don’t look for ways to be offended.
Here’s what Pope Benniewas wearing at the audience. No red velvet or ermine, although the gold pectoral cross is a touch gaudy.
Oh yeah, I’m not *offended *by it or anything. I certainly see the justification for the Pope having the ceremony and ornamentation around him, and I have no doubt that the Pope is not a partyin’ man. I just disagree a little with the underlying value judgement.
Valete,
Vox Imperatoris
[Reverend Lovejoy] That’s 10% of the GROSS people! [/RL]
That’s 10% of the GROSS, people.
God did not ask us to sacrifice gross people to him, but he did give us the gift of commas.*
- but not really.