On February 13, I learned about a private encounter between Pope Francis and former President of Brazil Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. It is quite difficult for me to write this, mainly because I am profoundly ashamed by the words, actions, and attitudes of the present occupier of the Chair of St. Peter. I was born in Argentina, I live in Buenos Aires and I know my feelings are shared by many Catholic and non-Catholic Argentines. We owe the world an apology but lately we owe a special apology to the … [Read more...]