Even still, the performance divided views, with some organizations openly criticizing the part. There were lovers of the performance.
The French Catholic Church was one of them, and the Conference of French Bishops issued a statement in which they expressed their sincere regret for the displays of ridicule and scorn of Christianity that were featured in the event.
Further criticism was provided by US Catholic Bishop Robert Barron, who shared his opinions via video from a distance.
He was heard saying, “I love the Olympics, so I turn on the opening ceremony of the Olympics,” in a video about the performance. And now what am I seeing?
I studied for my doctorate for three years in Paris, France, a city I adore. “I will not explain this disgusting parody of the Last Supper any further.