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JERUSALEM: CONFLICT OVER POPE PIUS IX BEATIFICATION (V)

(4 Sep 2000) English/Nat XFA Jewish groups have reacted with disappointment to the Pope's decision to beatify Pope Pius the ninth, a 19th century conservative Pope accused of anti-semitism. The Beatification propels Pius one step closer to sainthood. As pontiff, Pius adamantly opposed religious tolerance and once referred to Jews as "dogs". VOICE-OVER: 00.04 The Pope beatified two of his predecessors on Sunday, who are now only one step away from sainthood. Pope John the 23rd - is a popular choice. His reign, from 1958 to 1963, ushered in a new, more open, era for the Catholic Church. But the other - Pope Pius the Ninth, who reigned from 1846 to 1878, is much more controversial. 00.26 Pius is infamous among the Jewish people for his role in the abduction of a six- year-old Jewish boy, who'd been baptised as a Catholic against his parents wishes. 00.34 Jewish groups say they're dismayed by the move. 00.40 SOUNDBITE: (English) "It doesn't send a very positive message to the Jewish community and that's very unfortunate when we consider what incredible achievements and incredible strides have been made in Catholic Jewish reconciliation in recent times." SUPER CAPTION: Rabbi David Rosen 00.57 Pope John Paul visited Israel and the Palestinian territories in March, a highlight of a papacy that's seen the Holy See open diplomatic relations with Israel and John Paul apologize for the historic wrongs of Catholics toward Jews. Prominent Jews say the beatification violates the spirit created by his visit. The 80-year-pontiff has not directly responded to the criticism of the beatification. But his remarks on Sunday stressed his predecessor's service to the faith during a difficult and often violent time for the Catholic Church. Find out more about AP Archive: http://www.aparchive.com/HowWeWork Twitter:   / ap_archive   Facebook:   / aparchives   ​​ Instagram:   / apnews   You can license this story through AP Archive: http://www.aparchive.com/metadata/you...