I'm Catholic so this is a hard one for me. Pope Francis is the first Franciscan pope we have had. It was said there would never be a franciscan pope because of the difference in basic philosophies. I know the Benedict Popes from the past have chosen way different stances about many things, and were responsible for the pedo cover-ups. It is said that Francis removed all the little boys from the Vatican so I don't think he is a pedo but he does seem to favor the new world order. I was so excited about him and now he makes me cry for my church