The Papacy of Francisco was marked by a posture of reception and opening to discussions that can lead to significant reforms in the Catholic Church. This is the evaluation of Brenda Carranza, professor of anthropology of the religion of Unicamp, which highlights the legacy of the pontiff in provoking internal debates in the institution.
According to the expert, Francisco’s advance took place mainly in his pastoral approach and the welcome governance. “He advanced to talk about this word, about these pains and afflictions, perhaps in his welcome, in his, we would say, pastoral posture of a welcome governance. Welcoming as the first point,” explains Carranza.
This position, however, did not occur without internal clashes. The church has faced moments of intense debate, especially with regard to sensitive topics such as sexual and marital morality, global economic issues and the migratory crisis.
One of the most prominent points by the teacher is the introduction of the concept of synodality in the internal discussions of the Church. “The point of synodality as internal discussion within the church was fundamental and is a very strong step,” says Carranza, stressing the importance of this debate for the institution’s future.
Synodality, which implies greater participation and co -responsibility of all church members in decisions and ecclesial life, is seen as a significant structural advancement promoted by Francis.
Despite the advances, Carranza acknowledges that there were moments of return to rigorism within the church during the Papacy of Francis. However, it emphasizes that social and cultural expectations of recent decades call for a church position “in favor of the pain and affliction of their faithful and also a word for society.”
Francis’ legacy, therefore, seems to have to begin crucial discussions within the church, which may eventually lead to deeper reforms. Its papacy is characterized by an attempt to balance tradition with contemporary demands, seeking a more welcoming church and in dialogue with the modern world.
This content was originally published in Francisco’s posture opened a door to church renovations, says expert on CNN Brazil.
Source: CNN Brasil
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