David Quinn
People wearing protective masks hold their pets during the blessing of the animals outside St. Francis Church in Lima, Peru, Oct. 10, 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The event was held in celebration of the Oct. 4 feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals. Photo: CNS Deliberately setting out to lead a life that will have few demands placed on you is selfish, writes David Quinn Pope Francis has landed himself in hot water after suggesting that some people might selfishly prefer pets to children. He was speaking at his usual Wednesday general audience at the Vatican and was specifically discussing…
