Pope Francis Permits Blessing of Same-Sex Couples in Catholic Church.
In a landmark change to Vatican doctrine, Pope Francis on Monday formally permitted Roman Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples.
This shift may be a step towards greater inclusivity within the Church and opens doors for greater recognition of LGBTQ+ relationships even though many people are disappointed at the development.
The blessings, outlined in a Vatican document approved by the pope, come with certain limitations. They cannot be conducted within regular Church ceremonies or liturgies, nor can they occur alongside civil unions. However, this new ruling represents a clear departure from a 2021 Vatican stance that declared such blessings forbidden, stating that God “cannot bless sin.”
Pope Francis’s latest move builds upon his opening towards same-sex couples last October.
This decision is certain to generate discussion and debate both within the Church and beyond. Only time will tell the full impact of this questionable change on the lives of same-sex couples and the Catholic Church as a whole.
Already many Catholics are very concerned over the decision of the Pope.
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Pope Francis Permits Blessing of Same-Sex Couples in Catholic Church.
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