Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, represented a shift toward a more liberal and modern Catholic Church, affected significantly by the Second Vatican Council. Though he initially promised a more collegial approach, he often mirrored the authoritative methods of previous popes but targeted conservative dissenters rather than progressives. This created a unique conflict, with traditionalists questioning papal power and legitimacy, ultimately demystifying the role of the papacy. This shift in dynamics reflects a broader trend of modern institutions facing issues of credibility and authority in contemporary society.
Pope Francis, at the age of 88, reshaped the papacy by promoting modernization and collegiality, ultimately creating conflict within the Church that challenged traditional authority.
By undermining the mystique of papal infallibility, Pope Francis fostered dissent among conservatives, which shifted perceptions of the papacy and its legitimacy in the modern context.
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