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Heaven for Atheists? Better Read the Fine Print

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Dark_Falcon5/25/2013 8:48:17 pm PDT

re: #15 wheat-dogghazi

Whatever happened to papal infallibility?

I wonder if Francis realized he misspoke, and asked for this clarification, or if his papal staff, realizing Francis’ true intent, is now backpedaling to head off a major theological crisis within the ranks. Because if the Pope is saying atheists can enter Heaven by doing good works, then why do Catholics need to stay in Mother Church? Why can’t members of the orders marry? Why can’t Catholics use contraception? As long as they do good works, they’re covered.

I can picture the more conservative elements in the Church going apeshit hearing Francis’ remarks.

Unlikely. Pope Francis is concerned with the welfare of the poor, but he should not be mistaken for a liberal. He’s a fairly traditionalist Jesuit, and his clarification is in line with the Bible. Jesus made clear that no one could approach the Father (and Salvation) except through Him. That we are saved is via His Grace ultimately, not by our own actions.