I didn't believe it until I heard him say it myself. Early July 2017, Pope Francis told a crowd of 33,000 in Rome that "a personal relationship with Jesus Christ" is dangerous. Quote: "There are those who believe you can have a personal, direct and immediate relationship with Jesus Christ, outside of the communion and mediation of the church. These temptations … [Read more...] about Pope Francis Tells People Relationship with Jesus Outside of Church is Dangerous