Pope Francis' Blessing of Same-Sex Couples Sparks Controversy and Support
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Pope Francis announced that priests can now bless same-sex couples, a decision celebrated by LGBTQ Catholics as a significant step towards acceptance. However, conservative Catholics in the United States expressed disappointment and disagreement, stating that the decision contradicts the church's teaching on sinful relationships. The new rule allows blessings for same-sex couples but does not permit same-sex marriages within the church. This marks a departure from the Vatican's previous stance and signifies a shift in the church's approach to LGBTQ issues.
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- 'A huge step': Local leaders respond to pope's statement about blessing LGBTQ couples Star Tribune
- Pope Francis allows blessings of same-sex couples, shifting Vatican guidance The Washington Post
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