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Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State for the Holy See, refuted the idea that homosexuality is linked to sexual abuse, writing in a new book that blaming the abuse crisis in the church on gay priests is a “serious and scientifically untenable association.”
An Irish bishop criticized Cardinal Pietro Parolin’s claim that Ireland’s passage of marriage equality was a “defeat for humanity,” saying it was inappropriate and not likely approved of by Pope Francis.
“We wouldn’t be here today if people – some of whom are venerated as saints – hadn’t taken a courageous step beyond the boundaries.”
“The hope is never to have to resort to sanctions, that problems can be resolved peacefully, as should be the case in the church.”
“We do not stand for an abstract truth, but for a faith that must be evident and reflected in everyday life.”
Today’s post includes news about LGBTQ+ Catholics in England meeting King Charles, the inspiration Keith Haring provided to Notre Dame Cathedral’s re-opening, and more.
The debate over Fiducia Supplicans, the Vatican’s declaration allowing blessings for couples in “irregular” situations, continues unabated. In posts today and tomorrow, Bondings 2.0 reports on the latest developments.
The conflict between German Catholics and the Vatican has reached a new low. The Vatican released a letter criticizing the German church, specifically about has and women’s ordination, while one top bishop forcefully defended the German faithful’s efforts.
LGBTQ+ advocates worldwide have welcomed the German church’s recent decisions to bless same-gender couples and to advance transgender inclusion in the church. Meanwhile, a top Vatican official reiterated his concerns about the process.