[metmom]

Of course it is not moral, but Popes, like all humans, are not impeccable. But like treasure in earthen vessels, the Pope's proclamations on issues of morals and faith are guided by the promised Paraclete.

So the Holy Spirit is not grieved or quenched by the sin in their lives?

Interesting.

That means all the rest of us are all right then, too.

So why does it rankle Catholics that we are sure of our salvation, again?

[Elsie]

So why does it rankle Catholics that we are sure of our salvation, again?

It reminds them of the USELESS rituals they continually perform to RETAIN their salvation.