Some months ago when the visit of the Pope was announced, the news was almost unnoticed by the majority of the people, but when the cost of this visit was revealed and that all chileans had to afford it; the controversy sparked. Most people are still questioning the reason for such high cost, considering that there are other needs which could be covered with that money; and also, that we are supposed to be a secular state and we shouldn't be paying that visit with our taxes. Personally, I'm not a catholic and I consider this visit unnecessary because of the reason I just mentioned, and all the issues concerning sexual abuses and the designation of the Bishop in Osorno (who concealed pedophilia cases and was supported by Pope Francis). I've heard some people that this visit will represent like a revolution of love and forgiveness and will help catholics to restore their faith in church, but I wonder how can you believe on and support an institution with so many flaws and crimes? I don't mean I don't respect other people's beliefs, but history has taught us that imposed religions don't bring benefits at all; unfortunately they have the power, and now our money too.
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Very interesting and very good images, I agree with your opinion.
ResponderEliminarSecular state it is just a saying because it could not be possible, not at all. The Pope's visit is a dummy thing, as we all are thinking secretly, but maybe it is necessary. People need faith and hope and it is ok. Obviously it will not be a revolution or anything like that, just a recreation, and institutions should provide the necessary resources to it happen.
ResponderEliminarI´m agree with you
ResponderEliminarbut also makes sense to me the David´s point.
I'm agree with your opinion.
ResponderEliminarAlso that money could be used for other cause.
The Osorno issue was really unfortunate and a great mistake, but the catholical church still be important in any place, his works of charity will not be replaced by his critics if he disappeared, because we are a very individualist society. For example is one of the most important benefactors to the victims of the civil war in Syria.
ResponderEliminarI agree, the Catholic Church is a very questioned institution currenly, so pedophilia cases. The victims must be respected.
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