"It is not necessary to believe in G-d to be a good person. In a way, the traditional notion of G-d is outdated. One can be spiritual but not religious. It is not necessary to go to church and give money - for many, nature can be a church. Some of the best people in history did not believe in G-d, while some of the worst deeds were done in His name."
Difficult for me to believe who uttered these words - Pope Francis. Incredible, right? A pope saying that you don't have to believe in G-d? I am so impressed by him, and not simply because of this quote. I am amazed by his progressiveness, his dedication, his humbleness, his inclusive nature. He believes in climate change, he has expressed support for LGBT rights, he understands the plight of immigrants, he wants everyone to help the homeless, the sick, the needy. He turned down lunch with the Washington elite yesterday so he could not only eat with people who are homeless, he served them as well!
#bestpopeever
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