Pope Francis is a good Pope, as were the previous two. He also has a strikingly different persona. We had two Popes who enjoyed teaching and clarifying Church doctrine. Now we have Pope who, for lack of better terminology, likes a pastoral (or messy) approach. One thing to note, however, Pope Francis has changed NO doctrine. There may be leanings this way or that on topics, but he is very noncommittal. I can understand how some may enjoy this, as it signals, perhaps, a less hierarchical attitude.

I am surprised how many like this. Remember, Pope Francis has not changed anything, only increased dialogue. This Pope, just like the ones before, will not be Pope forever. The longer this Pope does not commit to clarifying positions, the greater this issue becomes for the next conclave. That will most likely lead to one outcome, and the less committed Pope Francis is to clarifying statements, the more extreme the outcome may be.  

I would think most NCR writers would be asking for clarity.