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Africa's Catholic hierarchy refuses same-sex blessings, says such unions are contrary to God's will

In the greatest rebuke yet to Pope Francis, the Catholic bishops of Africa and Madagascar have issued a unified statement refusing to follow his declaration allowing priests to offer blessings to same-sex couples

The Independent UK

Vatican unveils plans for restoring Bernini's canopy in St. Peter's Basilica

The Vatican has unveiled plans for a yearlong restoration of the monumental baldacchino, or canopy, over the altar of St. Peter’s Basilica, pledging to complete the work on Bernini’s masterpiece before Pope Francis’ big 2025 Jubilee

The Independent UK

Wisconsin sexual abuse case against defrocked Cardinal McCarrick suspended

A Wisconsin judge has suspended charges against defrocked Roman Catholic Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, who is accused of sexually assaulting a boy in the 1970s

The Independent UK

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Pope’s new doctrine chief in hot water over unearthed orgasm book

‘The Mystical Passion’ published in Mexico in 1998, is a short expose about mystical-sensual experiences with God

The Independent UK

Pope Francis calls for universal ban on 'deplorable' practice of surrogacy

He said it 'represents a grave violation of the dignity of the woman and the child'

Evening Standard

Pope Francis calls for ban on surrogacy and ‘commercialisation’ of pregnancy

Pope Francis said surrogacy was a grave violation of the mother and child and called for the ban of the practice

The Independent UK

How to deal with same-sex unions? It's a question fracturing major Christian denominations

Reaction among Catholics around the world is sharply divided over the Vatican's recent declaration giving priests more leeway to bless same-sex couples

The Independent UK

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Vatican, the deep divide: Pope Francis under increasing pressure from conservatives

Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, is facing increasingly strong opposition inside the Vatican. The conservative clan of the Roman Curia – the powerful governing body of the Holy See – accuses him of a laxist vision of Catholic doctrine, particularly regarding the status of homosexual couples and…

France 24

Vatican: same-sex couples ruling is not endorsement of homosexuality

New practice does not endorse homosexuality but is not heretical, Catholic church says amid opposition from some bishops

The Guardian - UK

French bishop denies promoting banned gay conversion therapies

The anti-discrimination non-profit SOS Homophobie has accused the bishop of Bayonne-Lescar-Oloron, in southwestern France, of "legitimising" the implementation of banned conversion therapies – a charge he denies. This comes on the heels of a decision by the Vatican to authorise blessings for homosexual couples.

Radio France Internationale

Watch again: Pope Francis leads New Year’s Day Mass

Watch again as Pope Francis leads New Year’s Day Mass from the Vatican on Monday (1 January).

The Independent UK

Pope recalls Benedict XVI's love and wisdom on anniversary of death, as secretary reflects on legacy

Tributes are being paid on the first anniversary of the death of Pope Benedict XVI

The Independent UK

Pope Francis Lambastes Weapons Industry, Calls for Peace and Dialogue

Pope Francis condemns the weapons industry and calls for peace between Israel and Palestinians in his Christmas Day address. A creative plea for global har...

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Watch Again: Pope Francis celebrated Christmas Eve mass

Watch again as Pope Francis marked Christmas Eve with mass at St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.

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Vatican to publish never-before-seen homilies by Pope Benedict XVI during his 10-year retirement

The Vatican next year will publish a collection of never-before-seen homilies delivered by the late Pope Benedict XVI

The Independent UK

Some Catholic bishops reject Pope's stance on blessings for same-sex couples. Others are confused

Some Catholic bishops say they will not follow the Vatican’s new direction on allowing blessings for same-sex couples

Chicago Sun-Times

Catholic Church’s willingness to bless same-sex couples is welcome step forward

A new document from the Vatican stresses the blessings must be nonliturgical in nature and not be conferred at the same time as a civil union, or use the rituals, clothing and gestures that appear in weddings.

The Independent UK

After approving blessings for same-sex couples, Pope asks Vatican staff to avoid 'rigid ideologies'

Pope Francis has urged Vatican bureaucrats to avoid “rigid ideological positions” that prevent them from understanding today’s reality

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The Rev. Pfleger plans to bless same-sex couple following pope’s declaration

For the people upset with the change in Vatican policy, the pastor at St. Sabina on the South Side said blessings for same-sex couples are a recognition of people’s humanity.

The Independent UK

Pope's approval of gay blessings could have impact where rights are restricted, LGBTQ+ advocates say

Pope Francis’ authorization for Catholic priests to offer blessings to same-sex couples is in many ways a recognition of what has been going on in some European parishes for years

Evening Standard

Pope Francis approves blessing for same-sex marriage under conditions in Vatican ruling

Vatican report says blessings can only be allowed on a case-by-case basis

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Pope Francis Approves Informal Blessings for Same-Sex Couples

Pope Francis formally allows priests to bless same-sex couples, marking significant progress for LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Catholic Church.

WEKU

Pope Francis approves Catholic blessings for same-sex couples, but not for marriage

In a major development, the Vatican said priests may bless same-sex couples in informal settings, such as a meeting or visit to a shrine, so long as the blessing does not appear to endorse a marriage.

Salon

Pope approves blessing same-sex couples

The recent announcement marks a significant change from a 2021 ruling from the Vatican doctrine office

The Independent UK

Step by step, Francis has made the Catholic church a more welcoming place for LGBTQ people

The Catholic church, in its doctrine, still rejects same-sex marriage and condemns any sexual relations between gay or lesbian partners as “intrinsically disordered.”

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