"African Catholic Church Stands Firm Against Same-Sex Blessings"

African Church reaffirms its communion with Pope Francis but rejects the blessing of same-sex couples, citing potential scandal and confusion. Cardinal Ambongo, president of SECAM, states that the Church's doctrine on Christian marriage and sexuality remains unchanged, emphasizing the cultural ethos of African communities. The Church in Africa commits to continuing pastoral assistance to all its members, while maintaining that unions of persons of the same sex are contrary to the will of God and cannot receive the blessing of the Church.