Pope Francis and Social Media

The transcript discusses Pope Francis's relationship with social media, highlighting his lack of personal internet use but his embrace of digital communication to engage with people, especially the youth. It explores his potential impact on the Vatican, noting his focus on people rather than sin, and the possibility of changes during his papacy. While doctrinal changes are unlikely, his approach to placing people at the center of the Church is seen as revolutionary.

What is Pope Francis's personal experience with the internet?

• He has an active email account.

• He has never been on the internet.

• He regularly blogs online.

• He frequently uses social media.

How does Pope Francis view modern communication methods?

• He embraces them.

• He is indifferent to them.

• He is critical of them.

• He actively avoids them.

What unique activity does Pope Francis participate in with young people globally?

• He writes letters to them.

• He hosts online hangouts.

• He visits them in person.

• He sends them gifts.

What is a notable aspect of Pope Francis's engagement with people?

• He only engages with church officials.

• He focuses on wealthy individuals.

• He is particularly responsive to vulnerable people.

• He avoids public interactions.

What is the likelihood of Pope Francis changing church doctrine according to his friends?

• Very likely

• Unlikely

• Already changed

• Somewhat likely

What is Pope Francis's stance on marriage?

• He supports marriage between any two people.

• He supports marriage between multiple partners.

• He supports marriage solely between a man and a woman.

• He has no opinion on marriage.

What shift is Pope Francis making in the focus of the Church?

• From doctrine to tradition

• From sin to people

• From people to sin

• From tradition to modernity

What has been the traditional focus of the Catholic Church that Pope Francis is changing?

• Focusing on wealth

• Focusing on politics

• Focusing on education

• Focusing on sin

What does Pope Francis aim to place at the center of the Church?

• Wealth

• People

• Sin

• Tradition

What is the potential impact of Pope Francis's people-centric approach?

• It is temporary.

• It is controversial.

• It could be lasting.

• It is purely symbolic.