Posted on Feb 18, 2016
Is Donald Trump a Christian? Is the Pope overstepping?
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CSM Charles Hayden Passed 7/29/2025 He should not campaign for any candidate. He's out of his lane.
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Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS
If you look at the context of the events, the Pope did not campaign for nor against a candidate, but was asked a question which he gave his opinion. It happened to "apply to a candidate" which is a different argument.
CC CSM Charles Hayden Passed 7/29/2025
CC CSM Charles Hayden Passed 7/29/2025
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Pope has seriously overstepped. He is a hypocrite. Disclaimer: I'm NOT a fan of Trump.
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LTC Yinon Weiss
How is the head of the Church a hypocrite? Do you mean you don't think the Pope is Chrisitian?
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SSG Audwin Scott
I think the argument can go back and forth of whom is a Christian or not. I believe God knows those that belong to him that profess him as their Lord and Savior.
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Fortunately, the Pope doesn't have carte-blanche to declare who is and who isn't a Christian. He's out of bounds. Last time I checked there was security at the Vatican. Tear down those walls pontiff.
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SSG Audwin Scott
MAJ Carl Ballinger - That is correct! However for a man to say who a Christian is or not is a little bit to much. I think.
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The Pope is NOT a ruler / leader of countries. Kings, Czars, Prime Ministers, Presidents , even Dictators.and other titles are responsible for the protections of their countries and to lead their governments. The Pope has overstepped. A person is a Christian based on the relationship they have with Jesus Christ through salvation and it is Christ who will declare who are His own - not other men in the flesh regardless of their religious position, be they an elder, minister, pastor, bishop, priest, cardinal or Pope. (And the multitude of other titles out there).
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Maj Bill Smith, Ph.D.
SGT Efaw (Mick) G. - I believe you will find the Orthodox Catholic Church claims the same date of origin. While there are many elected earthly leaders, it is Christ who reigns supreme.
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Yes, he overstepped, IMO. Whether Trump is "Christian" or not is irrelevant to me and has no bearing on whether i vote for him or any other candidate for that matter.
I am no fan of the Catholic Church. I'll leave it at that.
I am no fan of the Catholic Church. I'll leave it at that.
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CSM Charles Hayden Passed 7/29/2025
PO1 Brian Austin Nor I, my Irish great-grandparents were. In moments of stress, In enjoy a 'Hail Mary' in silence!
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It doesn't matter if he is or is not. There is no Constitutional requirement that he be a Christian. (Personally, I'll vote for Kermit the frog first). No, the Pope is not overstepping. Neither is anyone else. The more people who offer their opinions, particularly incendiary opinions, the more it arouses the electorate. Hopefully, the more they are aroused, the more they research. Democracy thrives best in an educated environment where both disagreeable and agreeable comments are welcome. Our opinions should be well-formulated and strong enough to withstand contrary opinions made by others with more fame, influence, or power.
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The Pope, along with all Christians, should avoid judging others and proclaiming them not a Christian. All of us make mistakes, screw up, and do un-Christian things. It does not mean we are instantly and irrevocably no longer a Christian.
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Speaking of walls and bridges...when is the Vatican wall coming down?
http://www.breitbart.com/2016-presidential-race/2015/09/24/pope-francis-tear-down-the-vatican-wall/
Not a Trump fan...but I do know that whatever his faith is, it is between him and Christ.
http://www.breitbart.com/2016-presidential-race/2015/09/24/pope-francis-tear-down-the-vatican-wall/
Not a Trump fan...but I do know that whatever his faith is, it is between him and Christ.
Pope Francis: Tear Down the Vatican Wall! - Breitbart
Pope Francis: Tear Down the Vatican Wall!
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CSM Charles Hayden Passed 7/29/2025
SPC Napoleon Ebarle I think that is what Jeb Bush was depicted as stating. I agree, it is sort of personal!
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The Pope is entitled to his personal opinion, as all of us are. HOWEVER, because of his position, personal opinions will be taken as Church policy. In other words, he needs to watch what he says.....
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