The current Pope, Pope Francis, is known to quite the opposite of the recent Pope Benedict. Since he started in the religious office his statements have been viewed as controversial. He seems to be more outspoken and down to earth than other Popes. His statements have been sought to be either wrong or acknowledge. For example his remarks toward gay marriage, how God is not "Catholic", and criticism on the Catholic Church, ect have angered conservative catholics, but many, as well as myself, feel his statements aren't wrong because he has a more open mind and thinks of everything equally instead of conservative. The pope has answered the question of gay marriage as a topic we should stop focusing so hard on when there are other things we need to focus on. He also stated that if God were to approach one who is gay he would show love instead of resentment. Also, when she stated that God is not Catholic, he explained how God is his father and Jesus is his pastor, making it obvious that the pope isn't a conservative catholic. This is what makes him different. His views are more about the truth and understanding of the Catholic faith instead of the church rules. It almost reminds me of Martin Luther. Luther criticized and spoke out on certain topics and stated the wrong, like Pope Francis. Francis noticed how certain priest and nuns are driving expensive cars and living in wealthy houses and spoke out about it because these religious people should be more humble. Although, many may feel that the statements of Pope Francis aren't right, I think it's pretty cool how he's speaks out on topics that he sees is wrong in the Catholic religion.