The Pope's statements on the childless

Pope Francis slams "selfish" couples who are childless AND those who have only one child, but instead devote their time/money to pets. He appears to suggest that childless couples, including those who are unable to have children (for example, due to medical reasons), should adopt.

Any thoughts?
What do you think he means by being childless "takes away our humanity"?
Should all childless couples adopt?

https://nypost.com/2022/01/05/pope-francis-slams-couples-who-have-pets-instead-of-kids/
https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20220105-having-pets-not-kids-robs-us-of-humanity-pope

First, note that the Pope's statements are geared more towards couples, not singles, but I presume he would believe people remaining single are selfish as well as they are likewise not getting married/having children. But, maybe not, since the Bible says it is okay to remain single.

I believe the Pope is misled in his assumption that when a childless couple has pets, they are somehow choosing having pets over children. In many cases, couples want both children AND pets, however if there are no children in the picture the couples have extra time/money to spend on the pets. If couples do not have children, for whatever reason, it is because they are unable to/ or do not want (more) kids period, not because they are choosing pets over kids.

The other thing is, pets are basically like children as anyone with pets knows, so the bond between owner and pet is sometimes like parent and child. In that sense, a pets can kind of take the place of a young child, however this is a natural occurrence not something that people can voluntarily choose.

Children are hard work. I've spoken to couples who don't want kids and others who regret having a family. I think it's a sign of the increasing selfishness of modern society. Financial pressures do not help. Not so long ago, children were an asset, helping in the home, on the farm or going to work quite young to help out. Now, not so much.

Raising a family in the Western world can be costly, with education being a great expense. I raised four children. The high school wanted $800.00 for an excursion. I laughed at them. It may be OK for families with one child, but four?

I have to say I don't get the obsession with pets. I'm a cat person, but for sure mine is not a fur baby. I know someone who spent over $10,000 on medical treatment for an older dog. I have to wonder about that financial priority.

It's a crazy world. Older women are having IVF treatment to have a baby. Women are having a family much later in life. I wonder why some people have children at all. The parents are glued to their phones while the child tries to get their attention. I don't agree with the pope. Some people are too selfish to have a family.

Should all childless couples adopt?

Pope Francis slams "selfish" couples who are childless AND those who have only one child, but instead devote their time/money to pets. He appears to suggest that childless couples, including those who are unable to have children (for example, due to medical reasons), should adopt.

Any thoughts?
What do you think he means by being childless "takes away our humanity"?
Should all childless couples adopt?

https://nypost.com/2022/01/05/pope-francis-slams-couples-who-have-pets-instead-of-kids/
https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20220105-having-pets-not-kids-robs-us-of-humanity-pope

First, note that the Pope's statements are geared more towards couples, not singles, but I presume he would believe people remaining single are selfish as well as they are likewise not getting married/having children. But, maybe not, since the Bible says it is okay to remain single.

I believe the Pope is misled in his assumption that when a childless couple has pets, they are somehow choosing having pets over children. In many cases, couples want both children AND pets, however if there are no children in the picture the couples have extra time/money to spend on the pets. If couples do not have children, for whatever reason, it is because they are unable to/ or do not want (more) kids period, not because they are choosing pets over kids.

The other thing is, pets are basically like children as anyone with pets knows, so the bond between owner and pet is sometimes like parent and child. In that sense, a pets can kind of take the place of a young child, however this is a natural occurrence not something that people can voluntarily choose.

Children are hard work. I've spoken to couples who don't want kids and others who regret having a family. I think it's a sign of the increasing selfishness of modern society. Financial pressures do not help. Not so long ago, children were an asset, helping in the home, on the farm or going to work quite young to help out. Now, not so much.

Raising a family in the Western world can be costly, with education being a great expense. I raised four children. The high school wanted $800.00 for an excursion. I laughed at them. It may be OK for families with one child, but four?

I have to say I don't get the obsession with pets. I'm a cat person, but for sure mine is not a fur baby. I know someone who spent over $10,000 on medical treatment for an older dog. I have to wonder about that financial priority.

It's a crazy world. Older women are having IVF treatment to have a baby. Women are having a family much later in life. I wonder why some people have children at all. The parents are glued to their phones while the child tries to get their attention. I don't agree with the pope. Some people are too selfish to have a family.

There are a lot of orphans who need parents and homes.

The other thing is, pets are basically like children as anyone with pets knows, so the bond between owner and pet is sometimes like parent and child. In that sense, a pets can kind of take the place of a young child, however this is a natural occurrence not something that people can voluntarily choose.

Um, no.

I've got kids and I've got pets and my pets are nothing like my children.

For one, pets are easier to train.

My cats live outside. My dogs often spend the night outdoors, chasing off raccoons and invisible intruders. If I was to toss my kids outside all night, I'd have CPS at my door.

My children have eternal souls and are learning about Jesus. My pets are not created in His image and have no need for salvation.

If my kids need a life saving operation, there will be no expense spared. However if the dawg needs it, sorry. That large lump sum of moolah is better spent on feeding my kids.

Sounds harsh but a pet is an animal and a child is a precious human being.

The Pope is a big farce as far as I am concerned

The pope has been very "fruitful" in promoting the New World Order and all their lies.