We cannot become starched Christians, too polite, who speak of theolog…

Pope Francis
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We cannot become starched Christians, too polite, who speak of theology calmly over tea. We have to become courageous Christians and seek out those (who need help most). ✨ Pope Francis Insists Church Must Help Poor, Not 'Speak Of Theology’ by Philip Pullella, www.huffingtonpost.com. May 18, 2013.
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