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The Pillar Podcast

Ep. 141: God is alive, and He loves you

Nov 22, 2023
The podcast discusses Archbishop Coyne's interview and questions if Catholics are prepared to proclaim the Gospel. They also engage in light-hearted conversations about plastic bags, Canadian geese, upcoming generational turnovers in the US episcopate, and appreciation for podcast subscribers. Additionally, they discuss Thanksgiving plans and alternative meat choices, as well as explore the significance of various saints throughout history.
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Quick takeaways

  • The presence of the Roman Curie in Rome has historical and symbolic significance despite suggestions to move it to a different location.
  • The ordination of women to the priesthood is considered closed, but the possibility of ordaining deaconesses is being discussed.

Deep dives

Archbishop Coynne's Views on Moving the Roman Curie Out of Rome

Archbishop Coynne expressed his thoughts on the Roman Curie, suggesting that it should be moved out of Rome due to its entrenchment with Roman culture and bureaucracy. He proposed finding a benevolent French king with a seaside town as an alternative location. However, this suggestion attracted ridicule and criticism, with historical examples like the Babylonian captivity of the church and the primacy of the Bishop of Rome reinforcing the importance of the Curie's presence in Rome.

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