The condemnation and subsequent excommunication for schism by the former Holy Office does not stop Monsignor Carlo Maria Viganò in his war against Pope Francis. The former apostolic nuncio to the USA goes on video to attack Jorge Mario Bergoglio’s vision of the Church and also ends up criticizing the mascot of the next Jubilee of Rome. “The ‘synodal church’ distorts the Papacy and the very nature of the Catholic Church, stating in words that it wants to democratize it, but in reality usurping that power that belongs only to Our Lord Jesus Christ, in order to use it for the opposite purpose to that which Our Lord has established”, attacks the prelate who speaks of “Bergoglian fiction”.
Viganò states that the “‘collegiality’ of Vatican II which extended the prerogatives of the Papacy to the Bishops and Episcopal Conferences is now extended with ‘synodality’ to the entire ecclesial body and even to non-Catholics”, attacks the ultra-conservative archbishop who in a long video posted on right title with the emphasis reserved for the launch of a commercial product) presents disturbing similarities – even if only chromatic – with the icon of climate fraud, Greta Thunberg”, attacks Viganò who sees in the name of the mascot “the torch of Lucifer’s rebellion” Fiery words that arrive while Viganò, former apostolic nuncio to the USA, stands in favor of Donald Trump and against Kamala Harris and addresses American Catholics.
The “synodal church” distorts the Papacy and the very nature of the Catholic Church, stating in words that it wants to democratize it, but in reality usurping that power that belongs only to Our Lord Jesus Christ, in order to use it for the opposite purpose to that which Our … pic.twitter.com/qNp72qvhps
— Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò (@CarloMVigano) October 29, 2024
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**Interview with Religious Scholar Dr. Elena Rossi on Monsignor Carlo Maria Viganò’s Critique of Pope Francis**
**Editor:** Good afternoon, Dr. Rossi. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent comments made by Monsignor Carlo Maria Viganò regarding Pope Francis and the upcoming Jubilee of Rome.
**Dr. Rossi:** Thank you for having me. It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Editor:** Monsignor Viganò has been quite vocal in his opposition to Pope Francis, claiming that the synodal approach distorts the essence of the Papacy. Why do you think he is so resistant to this change?
**Dr. Rossi:** Viganò’s critique stems from his belief in a more traditional interpretation of the Catholic Church’s structure and authority. He feels that the synodal model, which emphasizes consultation and collaboration, undermines the central authority that he believes should be reserved for the Pope. Essentially, he perceives this as a threat to the traditional hierarchy of the Church.
**Editor:** He also described Pope Francis’s vision as “Bergoglian fiction.” Can you elaborate on what he means by that?
**Dr. Rossi:** Viganò views the Pope’s ideas as a departure from what he considers the true teachings of the Church. By calling it “fiction,” he suggests that the vision articulated by Francis does not align with traditional Church doctrine and is, in his view, misleading or deceptive.
**Editor:** Viganò is referencing the upcoming Jubilee and the symbolic changes that accompany it. What significance do these changes have within the Church, particularly in light of his criticisms?
**Dr. Rossi:** The Jubilee is a major event in the Catholic calendar, symbolizing renewal and forgiveness. The emphasis on a more synodal approach aims to engage the laity and encourage a participatory Church. Viganò’s criticisms suggest a fear that this approach could dilute doctrinal purity or lead to a form of ecclesiastical democracy that he finds unacceptable.
**Editor:** How do you see the broader implications of this ongoing conflict within the Church?
**Dr. Rossi:** The tensions between traditionalists like Viganò and more progressive elements under Pope Francis highlight a wider struggle within global Catholicism. As the Church navigates modernity, these internal conflicts could influence its direction, affect its relationship with followers, and even play a role in the future leadership dynamics of the Church.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Dr. Rossi. It’s clear that these discussions are critical to understanding the current landscape of the Church.
**Dr. Rossi:** Thank you for having me. It’s important to continue the conversation as these events unfold.