“Courtyard of the Gentiles”

Atheists like what they see in Pope Francis’ new openness

By Kimberly Winston — May 23, 2013
(RNS) When Pope Francis said believers and atheists can agree on the goal of doing good, and that even atheists were part of Christ's redemption, atheist leaders say this is the kind of pope they can work with.

A cultural omnivore, and maybe the next pope

By Alessandro Speciale — February 22, 2013
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi is known for his wide interests, and seemingly Internet-like omniscience. And some Catholics say he could just be the next pope.
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