1New Zealand's Catholic community is eagerly preparing for the forthcoming visit of Pope John Paul II, an event of profound religious significance for them. However, the pageantry and the trappings of power surrounding The Vatican are not enough to suppress the doubts and questions many Catholics have about issues that have changed as Western society changes, such as divorce, the role of women and priestly celibacy. Christians of every denomination are currently facing challenges to dogma and upheaval. Interview with New Zealand's most controversial Christian, Professor of Religion Lloyd Geering.