China largely silent on Pope Francis’ death amid global tributes

[Michie]

High-ranking heads of state and Catholic bishops in China have remained notably silent following the death of Pope Francis, while reactions from political and religious leaders across the globe have poured out on social media within hours of the pope’s passing on Monday morning.

AsiaNews reported on Tuesday that Chinese officials are not permitted to express themselves publicly on Pope Francis’ death due the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s control over the Church there.

The Chinese government offered a brief statement nearly 24 hours after the Holy Father’s passing, only after reporters asked foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun about it on Tuesday.

“China expresses its condolences for the death of Pope Francis,” he said, adding that “in recent years, China and the Vatican have maintained constructive contacts and engaged in useful exchanges. China is ready to work with the Vatican to promote the continuous improvement of China-Vatican relations.”

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China largely silent on Pope Francis’ death amid global tributes

According to reports, Chinese officials are not permitted to express themselves publicly on Pope Francis’ death due the Chinese Communist Party’s control over the Church there.

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[RileyG]

Our Lady of China, pray for us!

 

[chevyontheriver]

High-ranking heads of state and Catholic bishops in China have remained notably silent following the death of Pope Francis, while reactions from political and religious leaders across the globe have poured out on social media within hours of the pope’s passing on Monday morning.

AsiaNews reported on Tuesday that Chinese officials are not permitted to express themselves publicly on Pope Francis’ death due the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)’s control over the Church there.

The Chinese government offered a brief statement nearly 24 hours after the Holy Father’s passing, only after reporters asked foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun about it on Tuesday.

“China expresses its condolences for the death of Pope Francis,” he said, adding that “in recent years, China and the Vatican have maintained constructive contacts and engaged in useful exchanges. China is ready to work with the Vatican to promote the continuous improvement of China-Vatican relations.”

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China largely silent on Pope Francis’ death amid global tributes

According to reports, Chinese officials are not permitted to express themselves publicly on Pope Francis’ death due the Chinese Communist Party’s control over the Church there.

www.catholicnewsagency.com

I wonder about the secret deal. Has cash been exchanged?

 

[WarriorAngel]

I don’t know.. did the government Catholic Church have the Pope to lead.
Years ago they were the leaders..?

The Church under the Pope is hidden?
Or are they allowed now?

I’m confused

 

[Michie]

I don’t know.. did the government Catholic Church have the Pope to lead.
Years ago they were the leaders..?

The Church under the Pope is hidden?
Or are they allowed now?

I’m confused

The Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association leads the Church in China unless you go underground.

 

[chevyontheriver]

I don’t know.. did the government Catholic Church have the Pope to lead.
Years ago they were the leaders..?

The Church under the Pope is hidden?
Or are they allowed now?

I’m confused

You’ve got the CPA run by the Communist Party and up to recently you had the underground Church accepting the pope. They got thrown under the bus. Some underground bishops are rotting in prison. Some may still be functioning in hiding.

Mr. McCarrick, that former cardinal guy, now dead, helped negotiate a deal between the Vatican and China. It was a secret deal, and we still don’t know its secrets although it has been renewed. Maybe after pope Francis is buried the secrets will come out. All we do know is the underground Church was thrown under the bus to get the deal and what passes for religious freedom in China isn’t much.

 

[RileyG]

The Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association leads the Church in China unless you go underground.

They aren't actually in communion, though? right?

 

[Michie]

They aren't actually in communion, though? right?

There is no longer a formal schism. But I do not understand how.

 

[chevyontheriver]

They aren't actually in communion, though? right?

Officially the Chinese Patriotic Association IS the Catholic Church in China. According to China. According to the Vatican. The underground Catholics have been thrown under the bus for the Sino-Vatican deal. I don't know if the undergrounders are technically in schism now but they don't get the time of day from the Vatican.

 

[RileyG]

Officially the Chinese Patriotic Association IS the Catholic Church in China. According to China. According to the Vatican. The underground Catholics have been thrown under the bus for the Sino-Vatican deal. I don't know if the undergrounders are technically in schism now but they don't get the time of day from the Vatican.

There is no longer a formal schism. But I do not understand how.

Thanks for the reply!

 

[Michie]

Did China ‘slap’ Francis in his coffin?​

Beyond geopolitics, its absence at his funeral will also have consequences within the conclave itself

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Did China ‘slap’ Francis in his coffin?- UCA News

Beyond geopolitics, its absence at his funeral will also have consequences within the conclave itself

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