Uploaded March 2014 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
radicalgracefilm.com It's night in St. Peter's square: Weaving through a sea of people, Chris worries that a quick election means the "curialist" cardinals, corrupt Vatican officials intent on centralizing power in Rome have won. Braving the rain, she anxiously waits for the news, sharing her hopes and fears with other faithful followers. White smoke signals a new pope! Chris's fear turns to hope when she hears his name: Francis. As a nearby Italian man translates the pope's speech for her, Chris becomes increasingly excited by his gestures of simplicity, humility and mutuality.
radicalgracefilm.com It's night in St. Peter's square: Weaving through a sea of people, Chris worries that a quick election means the "curialist" cardinals, corrupt Vatican officials intent on centralizing power in Rome have won. Braving the rain, she anxiously waits for the news, sharing her hopes and fears with other faithful followers. White smoke signals a new pope! Chris's fear turns to hope when she hears his name: Francis. As a nearby Italian man translates the pope's speech for her, Chris becomes increasingly excited by his gestures of simplicity, humility and mutuality.
