This is the quarters where the pope of the church lives. It is a loft with a bedroom, and makeshift kitchen and a sitting area. It has a wall full of gospel books and materials and the linens are all silk.
Popes dormitory, Inside Church
pope
pastor
I am a pastor. I am the priest in charge of a village church where the parishioners are everyday people. I provide hope of a heavenly rest for people whose lives are short and difficult. I do baptisms, weddings, and funerals, and I try to help my parishioners discern the hand of God in their daily lives.
Thank you, Your Holiness, but I am of course not here for personal enjoyment. What are you here for then pastor? Perhaps to catch up on readings? I am here for spiritual guidance. Ah, I can help with this. What issues are you looking to fix? You know I come from a small, poor village. It can be hard to encourage God's people when they feel abandoned, or worse, that God Himself is torturing them. Yes, yes. This is a tragedy that most believers face. Often they feel as if they are being tortured as you said. My recommendation is to go to them and read them this book. It was written by me when I was facing similar struggles I appreciate your assistance, Your Holiness. It is hard to imagine even our own Pope had struggled with these feelings in the past. Yes, we all have. I am no different than you. We all face these hardships Oh, I am sorry, Your Holiness. I was just surprised. But it makes me think that sometimes actions are more encouraging than words. Indeed. that is what you need to go tell the people of your town. Tell them that you have seen first hand that even I face the same issues as they. I will do so, Your Holiness. I must also ask, they express needs that can't be fixed with good feelings, but it is beyond the church's means to support all in need. Okay, ask away. I will do anything I can to help my people. I get enjoyment from helping the poor and comforting my people. 