Could the Next Pope Come from the United States?

by SodaHead News Posted 2013/02/16 21:44:02

Related Topics: Pope Benedict XVI, Vatican, News, Catholic Church, American Church

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When Pope Benedict XVI announced he was stepping down last week, the news sent shockwaves through the world. Not soon after his announcement did speculation come as to why he really was stepping down. After that, now many are wondering who can and will replace Pope Benedict XVI.

There are a variety of candidates as the search begins, following Pope Benedict XVI becoming the first pontiff in six centuries to step down. A formal, new title has yet to be decided for the soon-to-be former Pope. Given the unexpected news, there is a possibility that the new Pope could finally come from the United States of America.

However, some experts and historians believe that it would be too controversial for an American to take on the important and prestigious position. That belief mainly comes from the American church's less than favorably reputation in recent years, due to stunning sexual abuse allegations and scandals. Scandals shouldn't affect those who are innocent of wrongdoing, but perception can be reality for decision makers as historian Christopher Bellitto tells ABC News: "The American church . . . comes with a lot of baggage."

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Fef 2013/02/17 02:51:24

No

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The Church won't pick someone from USA because of the pedophile taint
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Sónia Raquel Cruz Ferreira 2013/03/14 02:32:11

Yes

That Pope Francisco I is the light that shone upon the world as Dante Alighieri said in the thirteenth century about S.Francisco "the light that shone upon the world."

I hope God gives a Holy pontificate to Francisco I.

Viva o Papa!

God bless you Francisco I . ♥

Greetings from Portugal

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MsDianna 2013/03/03 01:01:29

No

no I don't believe the next Pope will be from the United States.

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Jerry 2013/02/26 09:02:06

No

.......... South America most likely, Hispanic, maybe.........

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Shadow_Wolf 2013/02/22 20:55:20

Yes

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It should be George Bush, he seems to be a good candidate.

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J.MaisOui 2013/02/22 20:16:51 (edited)
DizziNY 2013/02/22 17:02:05

Yes

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Mom 2013/02/22 16:23:20

Yes

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Could, but probably won't. Ugly Americans are not too well loved around the world, right now; however, a pedophilia friendly pope may be much desired.

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DizziNY to Mom 2013/02/22 17:05:11 (edited)

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The only ugly I see here is your UGLY comment hater.
Your comment : "Ugly Americans are not too well loved around the world"

Aww u blocked me from responding to you. Well guess what I am telling you straight out, you are a hater. You hate Americans. You tried to block me from responding to try to spin it but it didn't work kid.

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Mom to DizziNY 2013/02/22 20:40:53

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So, are you implying you love pedophilia lovers?

I was actually, just feeling like stirring up the likes of you, today! Don't you ever just like to pull someone's chain?

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Sam 2013/02/22 04:17:17

No

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I'll be really honest...i highly doubt it. The Catholic Church the last few years have been entertainining...they have through alot of changes. I hope the best for them.

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Annie~Pro American~Pro Israel 2013/02/22 03:33:22

Yes

Anything is possible.

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Dale 2013/02/22 01:49:02

Yes

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Could and will/would are two totally different words.

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Miss Fiona 2013/02/21 21:43:54

Yes

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You asked "could" he come from the U.S.
The answer is yes.

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NYCbrit 2013/02/21 20:27:45

No

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Very doubtful, imo.

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Zee Black 2013/02/21 17:45:46

No

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We may as well nominate Mickey Mouse. It is all fairy tales anyway.

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rchie 2013/02/21 16:04:22

Yes

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why not???

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moknowsky 2013/02/21 04:32:53

Yes

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Timothy Dolan might be a good choice IMHO..

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david abe 2013/02/21 04:20:56

No

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I believe the next Pope will be Gerhardt Muller.

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Moe435 2013/02/21 03:29:01

No

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Never, with all Anti-Religious attacks going on through out Europe, that is ALL the church needs... an American Pope!

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insanecrazyladyb 2013/02/21 00:21:55

No

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the Pope has NEVER CAME from the USA,so y start NOW??

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TuringsChild 2013/02/20 23:18:51

Yes

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Anything is possible... but I wouldn't put money on it. lol

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Kigan 2013/02/20 21:52:26

No

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Never going to happen.

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Alex 2013/02/20 18:45:36

No

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They don't let dumb people into the conclave. An American pope would be extremely bad for the Church.

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Jimm 2013/02/20 18:38:30

No

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Magic 8 Ball says...Ain't no way! LOL

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jmc07806-PWCM-JLA 2013/02/20 18:21:05

No

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I would like to think it is possible but I don't think I will see it in my lifetime.

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no no 2013/02/20 15:55:33 (edited)

No

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I can't print what I thought about his coming from the US..

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Bob Anderson 2013/02/20 15:42:10

Yes

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The next Pope will be Black so the Catholic Church can be Politically Correct.

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Turings... to Bob And... 2013/02/20 23:20:16 (edited)

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The Church has already had THREE Black Popes. I'd say it's time for a Brown or Yellow Pope. Or Red. An Apache Pope would be COOL!

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Butch 2013/02/20 15:36:16

No

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Nope. The reason why is because some boob named John Hogue who was a guest on "Coast To Coast AM" with that boob George Noory the night before last predicted that the new Pope will come from Italy. So there you have it my friends.

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solomon 2013/02/20 15:30:29 (edited)
harley oldman 2013/02/20 15:27:42

No

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NOPE.....!

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Pamela Perkins 2013/02/20 14:53:51

No

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I heard that there is a good possiblity , he may come from Africa.

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solomon to Pamela ... 2013/02/20 15:31:22
Alex to Pamela ... 2013/02/20 18:47:22

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There have already been popes from Catholic. The next pope may be an Italian.

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Arizona1950 2013/02/20 13:14:09

Yes

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I don't see why not ... if pedophilia is the problem lets not forget that the current Pope said its was no big deal.

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solomon to Arizona... 2013/02/20 15:32:02
Hawkeye 2013/02/20 12:20:28

No

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America is no longer viewed as the spiritual nation that it once was.. An American Pope would be viewed by the world as one being selected from either Sodom or Gomorrah..

Not even the Obamessiah could qualify.. Besides,, HE has his OWN cult going on..

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Alex to Hawkeye 2013/02/20 18:48:08

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Not the reason! The reason for no American pope is the U.S. is a superpower and is seen, quite rightfully, as running roughshod over much of the world.

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M 2013/02/20 09:07:17

No

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http://www.bibleprobe.com/las...

Peter the Roman... number 112, the last pope, sadly Malachy has been right up to this point.

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Bjm54 to M 2013/02/20 19:56:10

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They are considering an african named peter too......

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