This is an ecumenical thread. I invite all positive opinions and questions, but discourage negative comments. I chose this format because this is not about theology, but about an important man of remarkable intellect, character and influence. At the same time this provides an example of one of great popes of the Catholic Church living among us today.
Previously posted (all threads are open, unless marked otherwise):
On Salvation Outside the Catholic Church
The Great Heresies
SALVATION PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE
JUSTIFICATION IN CATHOLIC TEACHING
Hermits and Solitaries [Ecumenical]
THE PRIESTHOOD DEBATE
RIGHTEOUSNESS AND MERIT
This German Pope has proved to be the perfect choice.