In his homily given during the Diocese of Westminster’s Mass for Pope Francis Archbishop Nichols criticised blogs for spreading complaints and destroying love in the Church. Archbishop Nichols quoted Pope Francis’ reflection on the disciples complaining on their journey to Emmaus:
‘Pope Francis understands this in practical terms. He has already identified two kinds of behaviour that destroy love in the Church. They are complaining and gossiping. He is a practical man. He knows that we live in a society in which complaining and gossip is a standard fare. They sell newspapers and attract us to blogs because we love hear complaints and to read gossip.
But Pope Francis is clear: they should have no place in the Church. Read more
Kind of reminds me of the TV interview in which Archbishop Nichols suggested that those of us who criticised the Soho “gay” Masses, should “hold our tongues”.
Is that why he’s not keen on blogs? Is the pro-active (fully involved) laity, the dream of Vatican II, just a bit too “pro-active” and “involved” for his liking?
Or is he correct? Is blogging bad? Should we shut up shop – or what?
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