Trump's rift with Pope is playing out in public - it's costing him valuable support
Leading conservative Catholics tell the BBC why they back the American pontiff in his spat with Trump.
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"I do not believe this conflict meets the criteria of a just war. I stand with the Holy Father and his call for peace."
— Bishop Joseph Strickland , Activist
"It becomes very dark when religion is used to justify immoral behaviour... using religion to justify especially dropping bombs is contradicting what the faith is about."
— Bishop Joseph Strickland , Activist
"When world leaders forget this truth, all are in peril."
— Bishop Joseph Strickland , Activist
Key People
Bishop Strickland is the Bishop of Tyler, Texas, known for his support of Donald Trump and conservative Catholic views.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Pope Francis is the former leader of the Roman Catholic Church and known for his focus on humanitarian issues.
Pope Leo is the head of the Catholic Church and has recently criticized divisive global leadership.
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Leading conservative Catholics tell the BBC why they back the American pontiff in his spat with Trump.
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