So the Pope is a marxist.... (wait for it)

[Occhidiangela]

I'd like to see links to those surveys. I know you have them

I'd start here. Pew "Nine-in-ten of the leaders (90%) reject the so-called prosperity gospel, the notion that God will grant wealth and good health to those who have enough faith."

I think the core scriptural support for the prosperity gospel comes from Matthew 6:33, and a particular reading of that passage. FWIW.

As far as the Pope being socialist, the book of Acts has a clear reference to living in a commune. The early American Puritans tried to establish a commune of the faithful in some of the early colonies here ... with mixed results at best.

Acts 2:42-47 (King James version)

42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.

43 And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles.

44 And all that believed were together, and had all things common;

45 And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need.

46 And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart,

47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.

"As you have treated the least of them, so have you treated me."
That's a core bit of scripture supporting the general Christian ideal of taking care of those whose condition is less than ideal.