Category Archives: Popes

Pope Francis: orthodox liberal

Posted on 29 July 2013 by Ron Conte

Pope Francis is a type of Catholic that many conservatives think does not exist: orthodox and yet liberal. I look forward to reading his first encyclical. The encyclical on faith was written almost entirely by Pope emeritus Benedict. This providentially … Continue reading →

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Kelly Bowring and Maria Divine Mercy

Posted on 30 March 2013 by Ron Conte

One particular Catholic author, Kelly Bowring, has recently published a book supporting the claimed messaged of “Maria Divine Mercy”. His book, The Great Battle Has Begun, quotes from the messages of “Maria Divine Mercy” many times. Each time Bowring treats … Continue reading →

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Pope Francis’ motto: pitiable yet chosen

Posted on 19 March 2013 by Ron Conte

Pope Francis has chosen a motto along with a coat of arms. The motto is in Latin: “miserando atque eligendo”. There is some dispute among commentators as to what the motto means and how it should be translated. I agree … Continue reading →

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My eschatology writings

Posted on 14 March 2013 by Ron Conte

If you are still interested in my speculative eschatology, despite my errors in past predictions (e.g. that the next Pope would be Arinze as Pius XIII), these are the works I would recommend to you: 1. An Eschatological Commentary on … Continue reading →

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Is Pope Francis I the pope called Peter the Roman?

Posted on 13 March 2013 by Ron Conte

The next Pope after Pope Benedict XVI is Pope Francis I. He is a valid and true Pope over the one holy Catholic and Apostolic Church. But is he the pope prophesied by St. Malachy under the phrase: “Peter the … Continue reading →

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An American Pope? Not a Chance.

Posted on 5 March 2013 by Ron Conte

The Cardinals know that they cannot elect a Cardinal or Bishop from the United States to be the next Pope. Even if they wanted to do so — which they don’t — they cannot. They don’t want to do so, … Continue reading →

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How Will The Cardinals Vote?

Posted on 4 March 2013 by Ron Conte

Some Cardinals are considered “liberal” and others are considered “conservative”. However, the term liberal, when applied to a Roman Catholic Cardinal is a far cry from the use of the term in secular politics. A “liberal” Cardinal is still against … Continue reading →

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