Assessment of Papal Authority and Governance in the Church

The chapter provides a detailed analysis and critique of the exercise of papal authority within the Church, focusing on consultation, governance, and leadership expectations. It delves into issues such as an alleged oligarchy within the Vatican, the perceived exclusivity in decision-making, and contrasts the current papal administration with past pontificates. The discussion also highlights discrepancies in the application of church norms, laws, and criticisms of the Francis pontificate's divergence from Vatican II ecclesiology.