Pope Francis ousts conservative Texas bishop, revealing Vatican’s agenda cracks.
The moment we’ve all been waiting for finally arrived last weekend when Pope Francis dismissed Bishop Joseph Strickland from his Diocese of Tyler, Texas. The reasons behind this decision have not been disclosed, but it followed an extensive investigation into the governance and leadership of the diocese that began in June.
According to a statement released by Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, the recommendation given to the Pope was that Bishop Strickland should no longer continue in his position.
While reports suggest that administrative concerns prompted the investigation, a conversation between Bishop Strickland and Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, revealed that the areas of concern were Strickland’s relationship with other bishops, his failure to implement Vatican restrictions on the pre-1969 Latin Mass, his social media presence, and his lack of support for the Synod on Synodality.
When Bishop Strickland refused to resign, Pope Francis personally removed him from office.
Interestingly, Strickland received an “apostolic visitation” shortly after leading a prayer procession in response to the honoring of an anti-Catholic hate group. The timing of the Vatican’s actions is impeccable.
Bishop Strickland has been vocal about his opposition to abortion and same-sex “marriage,” labeling them as part of a godless agenda. He has also criticized Catholic public officials who support abortion and has advocated against receiving Holy Communion in a state of mortal sin.
As the Vatican’s Synod on Synodality approaches, Bishop Strickland released a message urging Catholics to remain steadfast in their faith and warned against attempts to remove the Fatherhood of God.
Guess Which Bishops Rome Leaves Alone?
It’s no coincidence that Bishop Strickland became the target of the Vatican’s investigation. Meanwhile, bishops like Cardinal Blaise Cupich, Cardinal Wilton Gregory, and Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, who have hosted masses celebrating homosexuality, have not faced any consequences. In fact, they were personally appointed by Pope Francis as delegates to the Synod of Bishops on Synodality.
The defiant German Bishops, including Cardinal Claude Hollerich, who called for a change in the church’s teaching on homosexuality, have also been given a free pass. Hollerich was even selected by Pope Francis to serve as a key figure in the Synod.
Despite the Vatican’s public stance against same-sex union blessings, Pope Francis allows these actions to continue. While appeasing the rainbow mafia, this leaves faithful Catholics questioning the state of the Church.
Look to St. Athanasius
Bishop Strickland’s situation mirrors that of St. Athanasius of Alexandria, who was exiled multiple times for defending the true faith against the Arian heresy. Athanasius remained steadfast in his beliefs despite false accusations and attacks on his credibility.
Like Athanasius, Bishop Strickland stands firm against a reimagining of doctrine that would undermine the Church’s foundations. The homo-heresy, which downplays God’s law, poses a threat to the Christian faith. However, Strickland recognizes the forces within the Church that seek to change the teachings of Jesus.
While it is important to remain loyal to the Church and the Pope, Catholics must also be prepared for the possibility of a pseudo-schism and find themselves standing against the prevailing tide, just like Bishop Strickland.
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Why did Pope Francis personally remove Bishop Strickland from office instead of allowing him to resign?
This article is about the recent dismissal of Bishop Joseph Strickland from his position as the Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, Texas by Pope Francis. The reasons behind this decision have not been disclosed, but it followed an extensive investigation into the governance and leadership of the diocese that began in June.
According to a statement released by Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, the recommendation given to the Pope was that Bishop Strickland should no longer continue in his position. While reports suggest that administrative concerns prompted the investigation, a conversation between Bishop Strickland and Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, revealed that the areas of concern were Strickland’s relationship with other bishops, his failure to implement Vatican restrictions on the pre-1969 Latin Mass, his social media presence, and his lack of support for the Synod on Synodality.
When Bishop Strickland refused to resign, Pope Francis personally removed him from office. Interestingly, Strickland received an “apostolic visitation” shortly after leading a prayer procession in response to the honoring of an anti-Catholic hate group. The timing of the Vatican’s actions is impeccable.
Bishop Strickland has been vocal about his opposition to abortion and same-sex “marriage,” labeling them as part of a godless agenda. He has also criticized Catholic public officials who support abortion and has advocated against receiving Holy Communion in a state of mortal sin.
As the Vatican’s Synod on Synodality approaches, Bishop Strickland released a message urging Catholics to remain steadfast in their faith and warned against attempts to remove the Fatherhood of God.
It’s no coincidence that Bishop Strickland was dismissed while other bishops with potentially controversial views have been left alone. The Vatican’s actions raise questions about the integrity and consistency of its decision-making process.
In conclusion, the dismissal of Bishop Joseph Strickland from his position as the Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, Texas has raised eyebrows and sparked discussions about the motives behind the Vatican’s decision. The lack of transparency and the questionable timing of the actions only add to the intrigue surrounding this high-profile case.
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