Pope Francis Apologizes for Homophobic Slur
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Pope Francis has apologized for using a derogatory term to describe the LGBT community during a private meeting with Italian bishops. The Vatican clarified that the Pope did not intend to offend and remains committed to a welcoming Catholic Church. The incident occurred while discussing the training of gay men for the priesthood, amidst ongoing debates about the Vatican's stance on gay priests.
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