The pope used homophobic slang and cautioned prelates about admitting gay men into seminaries. But ordination has also long been a refuge for gay faithful.
Tag: Clergy
Pope Raises Concerns About Church in Nicaragua
Speaking at his traditional New Year’s Day message, Francis highlighted the arrests and expulsion of clergy.
For Archbishop of Canterbury, Heading Anglican Church Is ‘High-Wire Act’
Serving as the spiritual leader of 85 million Anglicans in an increasingly secular world is just one of the challenges for Justin Welby. He also had a king to crown and immigration policy to condemn.
Vatican Says Transgender People Can Be Baptized and Become Godparents
A document approved by Pope Francis lays out nuanced guidance in keeping with his vision of a more inclusive church, but it does not amount to a policy change in the church, the Vatican says.
Women Will Vote at a Vatican Meeting for the First Time
Some women participating in a conference on sensitive church issues said they feel heartened by the discussions taking place, though change may remain slow.
Women Will Vote at a Vatican Meeting for the First Time
Some women participating in a conference on sensitive church issues said they feel heartened by the discussions taking place, though change may remain slow.
Vatican Conference Draws All Stripes to Rome, Welcome or Not
A major meeting to discuss sensitive issues in the Catholic Church is being held with the utmost secrecy and discretion. Outside, it’s a different story.
High-Ranking Iranian Cleric Gunned Down by Bank Guard
The killing comes as attacks on clerics are on the rise, following months of angry protests against the theocratic government.
Pope Increases Lay Leaders’ Responsibility in Sexual Abuse Law
The most significant part of the law, a permanent version of a 2019 measure, may be its impact on the “lay faithful,” who will be more accountable for abuse.
10 Years On, Pope Francis Faces Challenges From the Right and the Left
In an ideologically divided Roman Catholic Church, the right has accused him of going too far and the left of not going far enough.