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If the present generation of Roman Catholics truly and properly understood the message of Jesus; they could again, should they so choose, rule the Earth. At certain times in History they have in fact been the controlling entity vis-à-vis all political events; but not for some time. There exists the possibility that Rome could with the proper understanding and will, return to a kind of temporal power; but of course, if present activities of mind continue, it is unlikely; except indirectly, which seems to be happening with the new Holy Father. Possibly, this is partly what John XXIII was referring to when he called for an educated priesthood. Although of course, the Church is and ought to be focused on the Reality of the core messages which deal with our relationship to the invisible which in fact controls and determines the visible. I do love the Catholics and I did grow up as one and consider myself to be still Catholic in many ways, and I have the deepest sympathy for the efforts of the Church. Having said that, I think the original message of Jesus has undergone considerable change over the last 2000 years vis-à-vis various dogmas and misinterpretations and so-called improvements over the original messages. Presently the Church seems to be somewhat encumbered with all kinds of dogma which were not in any way a part of the original message; in fact are its opposite. This is not to say that there could not be enormous value in addendums to the original message but they should be looked at closely by every generation. So Vatican II was a wonderful thing; since certain ideas has not been closely examined for some time; but people do not care much for thinking; it’s hard work; and prefer to buy a readymade package; which has little to do with “seek and ye shall find”.