[Aquinasfan]

And the thinking might be better to go with a solid orthodox candidate with a lot of experience and proximity to JP II. Also, the cardinals may be aware there is a very dire need to try to revive Europe on a Christian/Catholic basis. Reviving Catholicism on the right - among the orthodox and conservatives - is a geopolitical move as well as a theological and moral one. He will face down the "culture of death" cabals.

At first I wanted Cardinal Arinze. But the more I thought about Cardinal Ratzinger, the more sense it made.

[HowlinglyMind-BendingAbsurdity]

At first I wanted Cardinal Arinze. But the more I thought about Cardinal Ratzinger, the more sense it made. 2,077 posted on 04/19/2005 2:13:57 PM EDT by Aquinasfan

Vocations WILL increase as a result of this. And the mood in Rome among the orthodox and conservative-minded will be VERY upbeat and confident. It will raise morale on the right, no doubt about that.

There will be some smirking and gloating.

[cyborg]

I don't share your opinion but it is God's will.