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Outrage Erupts as Pastor Calls Pope Francis 'Antichrist'

5/6/2025

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Rev Daniel Henderson of Moneyslane Free Presbyterian Church sparked outrage by calling Pope Francis an "antichrist" in a sermon after the pontiff's funeral. He condemned other churches for their condolences, claiming popes mislead millions. In response, Michael Kelly from Aid to the Church in Need denounced Henderson's comments as distasteful, highlighting Pope Francis's legacy of unity.

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Rev Daniel Henderson of Moneyslane Free Presbyterian Church sparked outrage by calling Pope Francis an "antichrist" in a sermon after the pontiff's funeral. He condemned other churches for their condolences, claiming popes mislead millions. In response, Michael Kelly from Aid to the Church in Need denounced Henderson's comments as distasteful, highlighting Pope Francis's legacy of unity.