Pope Francis Apologizes for Using Offensive Term for Gay Men

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Pope Francis apologized for using a vulgar term for gay men during a private meeting with Italian bishops, emphasizing that his comments were not intended to be homophobic and reaffirming that the Church welcomes everyone. The Vatican confirmed the reports but stressed that the Pope's remarks did not contradict his inclusive stance.
- Pope Francis apologizes for using vulgar term for gay men behind closed doors Fox News
- Pope Apologizes After Reports That He Used Offensive Word Referring to Gay Men The New York Times
- Pope Francis used offensive slur for gay men; Vatican apologizes NBC News
- Pope used vulgar Italian word to refer to LGBT people, Italian newspapers report Reuters
- Pope apologizes after being quoted using vulgar term about gay men in talk about ban on gay priests The Associated Press
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