“Around the world, there are millions of people who don’t grasp the differences between Protestants and Catholics. To them, Christians are Christians and the pope speaks for Christians.”
Leith Anderson
The president of the National Association of Evangelicals was telling Christianity Today why the election of a new pope matters.
“I pray that his example spurs evangelicals like me to remember our mandate to love the least of these, the hurting and the vulnerable, the brothers and sisters of our Lord.”
Russell Moore
The dean of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary was commenting on the election of Pope Francis. He was quoted by Christianity Today.
“I wrestled with how to reconcile my Christian faith with my desire for Will to have the same opportunities to pursue happiness and fulfillment as his brother and sister. Ultimately, it came down to the Bible’s overarching themes of love and compassion and my belief that we are all children of God.”
Rob Portman
The Ohio senator was writing in the Columbus Dispatch why he now supports gay marriage after his son, Will, came out to his family. (RNS)