The Pope: A Heretic?

Posted on: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 05:36PM

Even though I’m a non-denominational Christian, my view on Catholicism is… complex to say the least. I think there’s good and bad with it.

So to lay out the TL;DR of my views.

• The good: The sacraments build good habits for believers. Hierarchy of people who are well-studied on the Bible to ask if your understanding is on the mark. Active and diverse network of charities.
• The bad: Intercession of saints in prayer. Perpetual virginity of Mary.

So yes, my positives on Catholicism outweighs the negatives of it currently.

What was said?

Communion between Christians and Muslims takes shape under the mantle of Our Lady of Africa. Here, in #Algeria, the maternal love of Lalla Meryem gathers everyone as children, within our rich diversity, in our shared aspiration for dignity, love, justice, and peace. In a world where division and wars sow pain and death, living in unity and peace is a compelling sign. #ApostolicJourney

- Pope Leo XIV | @Pontifex (X/Twitter) | Apr 13, 2026 2:31PM

So does that mean the Pope is a heretic? Is the comments section overreacting to this?

My Feelings

The first isn’t simple. I’m not studied well enough in Catholic literature to tell what would be heresy according to historic Catholic concepts. But to non-denominational standards, the answer is no. Nothing that was said violated the Nicene Creed. And the latter: Yes. I do think some people are overreacting.

Personally I think it’s a miswording at worst, at least for this one time.

It needs to be considered in context. People were gathering for a birthday celebration of Lalla Meryem and not doing much of a religious observation. So religious definitions to words needn’t apply.

I’ll admit that I could be wrong on this topic. But I think some people are overreacting to a certain degree.

What do you guys think? I’ll leave the comments section open unless people start violating each other’s respect.