A seemingly obscure meeting could be the culmination of Francis’ papacy and lay the groundwork for lasting change on issues like married priests and the blessing of gay unions.
Tag: Divorce, Separations and Annulments
Vatican Synod Puts Catholic Church’s Most Sensitive Issues on the Table
Pope Francis’ calls for open-minded discussion will be tested this week as bishops meet with lay people, including women, to debate topics such as married priests and the blessing of gay couples.
In China, More Single Female Home Buyers, Resisting Sexist Norms
The housing market in China is in turmoil. But more and more women, facing a less equal society, are buying their own homes in search of security.
Amid War, Ukrainian Couples Are Divorcing
The conflict in Ukraine has split apart millions of families. The story of Andrii Shapovalov and Tetiana Shapovalova reveals how a couple’s bond can become a casualty.
Amid War, Ukrainian Couples Are Divorcing
The conflict in Ukraine has split apart millions of families. The story of Andrii Shapovalov and Tetiana Shapovalova reveals how a couple’s bond can become a casualty.
No Shame. No Sorrow. Divorce Means It’s Party Time in Mauritania.
It is common for people in this West African desert nation to divorce many times. And when they do, the women celebrate.
It’s OK to Be Single, the Church of England Says: So Was Jesus.
In a new report, a church commission looking at families and households called on society to “honor and celebrate singleness.”
Camilla Becomes Queen Consort. Here’s What the Title Means.
Upon Queen Elizabeth’s death, there was no question that as her son became King Charles III, Camilla would become queen consort. Elizabeth put the issue of Camilla’s role to rest earlier this year.
China’s Divorce Rate Is Down, but So Are Marriages
While officials say a new law has helped save marriages, the bigger challenge in the country’s demographic crisis is that fewer people are getting married in the first place.
April Ashley, London Socialite and Transgender Pioneer, Dies at 86
She modeled for Vogue, partied with John Lennon and Mick Jagger, and married into minor nobility, all while fighting for legal recognition of her gender.