Joe, the "bling" Bishop caused an uproar here in Germany. I think the action the Pope took was right. For Priests who once took a vow of poverty, he certainly didn't follow that path. In the palace he built for himself, it is reported that the bathtub alone cost 20,000 Euros. Many members of his church left. This action will hopefully restore some faith in the church. If I were a Catholic, I would be proud of the Pope. If I were looking for a religion, I would certainly consider the Catholic Church with this new Pope, however I'm not seeking any religion. I believe that my spirituality is just right for me.