Video: How Pope Francis Catalyzed the Catholic Right in the U.S.

Video: How Pope Francis Catalyzed the Catholic Right in the U.S.

Pope Francis’ critics represent a minority of the American church but a powerful one. Ruth Graham, a reporter covering religion, faith and values for The New York Times, describes how his papacy galvanized a tide of conservative resistance in the American church hierarchy, in Washington and in the pews. Source link

Pope Francis says Africans are 'special case' when it comes to LGBT blessings

Pope Francis says Africans are 'special case' when it comes to LGBT blessings

File picture of Pope Francis leading a prayer from his window at the Vatican on January 28, 2024. | Photo Credit: via Reuters Pope Francis said in an interview published on Monday he is confident critics of his decision to allow blessings for same-sex couples will eventually understand it, except for Africans who are “a … Read more

Pope expands sex abuse law, reaffirms adults can be victims

Pope expands sex abuse law, reaffirms adults can be victims

Pope Francis meets the faithful at the end of an audience with people of Rome at the Paul VI hall in the Vatican on March 25, 2023. | Photo Credit: AFP Pope Francis on Saturday updated a 2019 church law aimed at holding Catholic hierarchs accountable for covering up cases of sex abuse, expanding the … Read more