Apparently the non-profit Pope of Italy has pointed his finger at Republican Rudy Giuliani and will not give communion to the Republican.
Is this a violation of the US Constitution since it is a mixing of politics with a foreign religion?
2007-10-29 09:10:53 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I don't think the Pope is bound by the US Constitution.
Besides, the Pope is German, not Italian.
What exactly was your point?
2007-10-29 09:14:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Wow! Where to start?
+ The Pope +
The Pope is not Italian, does not live in Italy, and is not Pope of Italy.
The Pope was born in Germany, lives in the independent country of Vatican City, and is the Pope (religious leader) of all 1.1 billion Catholics on Earth.
+ Freedom of Religion +
All religions including the Catholic Church have the freedom to practice their faith (within reasonable limits) without the interference of the government of the United States.
In its free practice of religion, the Catholic Church for almost 2,000 years, has taught that abortion is the murder of a defenseless and innocent human being and a grave sin.
In addition Church law (Canon 915) states: ... others who obstinately persist in manifest grave sin are not to be admitted to Holy Communion.
This is based on the Bible passage: “Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of profaning the Body and Blood of the Lord.” (1 Cor 11:27)
The Church is defending the integrity of the Eucharist and trying to achieve the redemption of a sinner, a Catholic who has lost his way.
+ The Constitution +
The Constitution does not mention "foreign religions" and technically just about all religions practiced in the U.S. would be considered "foreign" except possibly traditional Native American religions and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
With love in Christ.
2007-10-29 17:46:33 · answer #2 · answered by imacatholic2 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I do not believe that it is against the US Constitution. Then again, the Pope shouldn't throw stones. After all, he was a member of the Nazi Youth. Talk about calling the kettle black!!! His name should be Pope Benedict Arnold!!
The former NYC mayor is divorced....so what! The catholic church needs to look within themselves before judging another. "Let's see.... you are pedophile number 123,456,789,000. We'll just ship you off to a parish in The Middle Of No Where. Out of sight out of mind. All this will go away. The money from the lawsuit can send Father Freaky on an expense paid cruise...."
2007-10-29 09:21:16 · answer #3 · answered by wlknwtr 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Firstly, the current pope is not an Italian, and doesn't even live in Italy (he lives in the Vatican - a separate country).
Secondly, the US constitution is only valid within US borders, including embassies and consulates outside of the US.
Thirdly, why did you call the pope "non-profit"? The catholic church is one of the richest institutions in the world!
Strange question . . .
2007-10-29 09:21:35 · answer #4 · answered by Grotty Bodkin is not dead!!! 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there are so many problems with your question
1.the pope is german
2.the pope has nothing to do with the constitution
3.where is "mixing of politics with a foreign religion" in the constitution?
if he can't get communion, it's probably because he had a divorce
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2007-10-29 09:19:03 · answer #5 · answered by Quailman 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, of course not - especially since the Pope is not required to adhere to United States laws, or any government laws. Guiliani has been married 3 times, and does not qualify for communion, according to Catholic doctrine.
2007-10-29 09:15:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
This question makes no sense on many levels. Here's a star.
2007-10-29 09:15:43 · answer #7 · answered by STAR POWER=) 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋