The Possibility of an Extraterrestrial Pope

In this episode, Jimmy Aiken addresses the question of whether an extraterrestrial could become pope. While there is no magisterial statement stating that only a human can be pope, it is assumed that every pope will be a human. However, if we were to encounter another intelligent species from outer space or another dimension who asked to be baptized and become Christians, they could potentially be ordained and elected as the Bishop of Rome. Although it is a hypothetical scenario, the Church would consider it based on a variety of factors and the individual's desire for baptism.