Not only was Peter's Pence used to fund a semi-pornographic movie, it was also used in shady real estate deals and other corruption.
From Fr Z's Blog
I just saw the Vatican’s Annual Disclosure about Peter’s Pence or Obolo di San Pietro for 2021. The collection is taken up around the world around the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul. It is intended to provide means for the special projects of the Roman Pontiff.
Last year, Peter’s Pence amounted to
It seems that spending outstripped income.
Who gave?
Peter’s Pence is intended to provide means for the special projects of the Roman Pontiff, charitable works, operation of the Holy See, etc.
However, Peter’s Pence was also, according to Corriere della Sera, reported by National Catholic Register, used to fund a movie about the loudly homosexual Elton John which included, apparently, homosexual acts, so much so that it was censored in some countries.
Contributions to Peter’s Pence has dropped 40% over the last few years. HERE By 15% in 2021. HERE
That’s quite a drop. And now we are entering a global economic downturn.
Given the disdain that Francis and his closest advisors have for the United States and for us its citizens, the largest contributors to Peter’s Pence, I’d like to ask:
May we, please, have it back?
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