Francis: Church shouldn't fear structural renewal
Pope Francis called for structural renewal in the Catholic church to keep up with the times, although he counseled future priests and nuns Saturday to shun costly trappings like the latest smartphones and fancy cars so they can devote more resources to help the poor.
Francis has been waging a campaign against corruption and power plays in the Vatican's bureaucracy and to keep sight of what is essential in the church he was elected in March to lead. His remarks on Saturday drew on his determination to forge what he likes to call a "poor church." (AP)
