Pope Francis Christology Essay
PF's approach to Christology
(2-3 pp.)
What is the face of Christ that PF wants Ch to reflect?
A God who clears the way for us to see one face,
the face of God and neighbor, which is really one
face, God's (GEE 61).
A savior of proximity, who is close to us
("The Church as Field Hospital" 1).
A God who prefers the poor by showing them
'his first mercy' (EG 198).
A God who contemplates the Other with true
love (EG 199).
A God who is a model for us during each
moment of life's journey (GEE 20).
How PF challenges me as a teacher
(1-2 pp.)
What are the realities I face as a teacher?
How can I be a part of PF's approach in the ways
I respond to/teach my students?
"You too need to see the entirety of your life as a
mission"(GEE 23).
"Do not be afraid of holiness [...] you will be
faithful to your deepest self"(GEE 32).
"A person who sees things as they truly are and sympathizes with pain and sorrow is capable of touching life’s depths and finding authentic happiness"(GEE 76).