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LGBTQ+ Issues Feature Prominently at Vatican Briefing; More Synod Updates

For the first time this month, LGBTQ+ issues were prominent at a Vatican press briefing. Though the speakers faced repeated questions from journalists, however, their responses were minimal but, in one instance, quite surprising. Today's post features this news and other items as the Synod's assembly concludes this week. Read More

Pope Francis: “Moral Perfection” Not Required for Blessings; And More News

Pope Francis has opined for the second time this year in defense of Fiducia Supplicans, the Vatican declaration allowing blessings for same-gender couples and others in "irregular" situations. Today's post features that news and other updates on reception of the declaration. Read More