Cardinal Fernández Addresses Controversy Surrounding Sexually Explicit Book

Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, a powerful figure in the Vatican, responded to criticism over a sexually explicit book he wrote in the 1990s, stating that he would not write it now and had canceled its publication. The book, which depicts sensual interactions with Christ and contains erotic themes, has sparked controversy. Fernández also faced scrutiny for a previous book with similar themes. Additionally, the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, led by Fernández, recently published a declaration permitting pastoral blessings for "same-sex couples" and other couples in "irregular situations," drawing mixed reactions from bishops worldwide.