The Francis Effect: Three Voices

Pope Francis is one popular pontiff. We here at the IN Network are big fans. But we did get to wondering: has there been a “Francis Effect” for those whose relationship with Rome is more complicated?

We talked with three individuals who haven’t always had an easy time with the Church: Boston College theology professor John McDargh, clergy sex abuse survivor Peter Saunders, and bestselling author and speaker Caroline Myss. All of them agree, though, that the possibilities Pope Francis brings to the table make for an exciting and hopeful time.

How is Pope Francis affecting you?

Read our National Catholic Reporter companion blog to this video here:
http://ncronline.org/blogs/ncr-today/francis-effect-three-voices

This video just scratches the surface on a lot of issues the IN Network will be diving into in the coming months. Be sure to check back soon with http://theinnetwork.org for extended interviews with some of the people interviewed in The Francis Effect, and additional segments featuring unique, diverse voices about the topics introduced