Bloomberg Talks St. John's Professor Meghan Clark Talks About the Death of Pope Francis
Apr 21, 2025
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Pope Francis' Global Impact
- Pope Francis globalized the method of Vatican II, inspiring billions worldwide.
- His humility and humanity connected deeply with people beyond traditional boundaries.
Church Leadership and Synod Impact
- Pope Francis personally elevated most current cardinals, influencing the church's future direction.
- The church's synod process mobilized global conversations emphasizing a listening church.
Church in the Social Media Era
- The Catholic Church must be more responsive and visible in the era of social media.
- Pope Francis used media-savvy pastoral choices, like visiting migrants, to highlight critical issues globally.