Benedict is a very interesting pope because while he is very conservative, even reactionary, theologically he is moving also to reform the internal politics, nepotism and fiscal malfeasance that has been the hallmark of the reactionary curia.
History may regard this pope very kindly but that will be far in the future and his advanced age upon attaining the papacy and relatively short span of active involvement in church administration will likely limit the positive influence he will ultimately be able to exert.
Benedict is a very interesting pope because while he is very conservative, even reactionary, theologically he is moving also to reform the internal politics, nepotism and fiscal malfeasance that has been the hallmark of the reactionary curia.
ReplyDeleteHistory may regard this pope very kindly but that will be far in the future and his advanced age upon attaining the papacy and relatively short span of active involvement in church administration will likely limit the positive influence he will ultimately be able to exert.