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"I want a church that is open, understanding," Pontiff declares

Pope Francis has promised to pursue his vision for the church, despite the opposition from clerics.

Catholics should be able to boycott gay marriages, says Pope

Pope Francis has an answer to numerous opposition from clerics.

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Speaking to Joaquin Morales Sola, a journalist, Pope Francis said, "They do their work and I do mine," when asked, "What is your relationship with ultraconservatives in the church?"

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"I want a church that is open, understanding, that accompanies families who are hurting. I continue my course without looking over my shoulder.

I don't cut off heads. I've never liked doing that. You remove nails by putting pressure on the top. Or you set them aside to rest when they reach retirement age," he added.

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