Peter brings the Pope back to the Griffin home, hoping to impress Francis. Instead of being impressed, Francis is horrified by Peter's blasphemous actions. The Pope, surprisingly calm and relatable, eventually has a heart-to-heart with Peter. He explains that while Francis may never change his stubborn ways, Peter doesn't need his father's validation to be a good person.
In the end, Peter returns the Pope, and Francis is given a job as the Pope's personal security guard—a position that keeps him away from the Griffin household while finally making him happy. If you’d like to explore this further, [S2E2] Holy Crap
The story begins with , a devout and cranky Irish-Catholic, retiring from his lifelong job at a Pawtucket mill. Peter, desperate for his father’s approval, invites him to live with the family. However, Francis immediately creates friction by being relentlessly judgmental, calling Lois a "Protestant whore" and criticizing Peter for being a failure as a father and provider. The Kidnapping of the Pope Peter brings the Pope back to the Griffin
Attempting to bond with his father, Peter discovers that is visiting nearby. In a misguided effort to prove his devotion and win Francis's respect, Peter decides to get his father a personal meeting with the Pope. When he fails to get through the crowds, Peter's signature impulsiveness takes over—he hijacks the Popemobile and kidnaps the Pope . Reconciliation and Resolution He explains that while Francis may never change
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