The German Bishops Need to Go! | Reason & Reactions

A petition has been launched calling on Pope Leo XIV to remove Cardinal Rainer Maria Woelki, a prominent figure in the German Catholic Church. In this episode, I break down the reasons behind this growing demand—from his handling of abuse cases to broader concerns about leadership and accountability. But this issue goes far beyond one cardinal. Many German bishops continue to publicly promote teachings that are in clear contradiction with Catholic doctrine.

I explain why this moment will be a critical test for Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate. Will he act decisively to defend the faith and discipline those undermining it from within? Or will silence signal that the papacy is unwilling—or unable—to uphold what it claims to teach?

This isn’t just about Germany. It’s about whether the Church is serious about orthodoxy and reform. Don’t miss this important commentary.

Here is the petition: https://www.change.org/p/petition-an-papst-leo-xiv-kardinal-woelki-ist-nicht-l%C3%A4nger-tragbar

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