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religion2 years ago•4 min saved

"Pope Francis Faces Backlash and Takes Action Against American Church Leaders"

Pope Francis's relationship with the conservative wing of the American Catholic Church is strained as he plans to evict Cardinal Raymond Burke, a prominent critic, from a Vatican-subsidized apartment in Rome. This move follows the recent firing of another outspoken critic, Bishop Joseph Strickland, which has sparked public outcry from conservative church leaders. The pope's pushback against theological and liturgical conservatives has created wariness among conservatives at all levels of the American Church. Discontent with the pope's leadership is growing, with some conservatives feeling ostracized and scolded. The divide between a more progressive Vatican and the conservative American church poses challenges for unity and highlights the deepening divisions within the Catholic Church.

via The New York Times|

#american-catholic-church #cardinal-raymond-burke #church-unity

religion2 years ago•4 min saved

"American Bishops Face Divisions and Controversy: The Ousting of Bishop Strickland"

American bishops gathered in Baltimore for their annual meeting, navigating the contentious relationship between Pope Francis and conservative American Catholics. Outside the meeting, supporters of Bishop Joseph Strickland, who was recently fired by Francis, gathered to show their support. The meeting highlighted divisions within the church, including disagreements over the church's approach to politics and Pope Francis's recent global gathering on the church's future. The bishops also passed a document describing abortion as their "pre-eminent priority." Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the pope's representative, called for unity, while Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio pushed back on claims of an isolated American church. Bishop Daniel E. Thomas was elected to head the Committee on Pro-Life Activities, defeating Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone. Bishop Strickland, who retains his title but was stripped of diocesan leadership, opted to attend the meeting as a nonvoting member despite Cardinal Pierre's request for him not to attend.

via The New York Times|

#american-bishops #bishop-joseph-strickland #catholic-church

religion2 years ago•3 min saved

Conservatives Clash with Pope on Gender and LGBTQ+ Rights Ahead of Vatican Summit

Ahead of a major Vatican meeting, conservative Catholics, including five cardinals, have challenged Pope Francis on issues such as same-sex couples and the role of women in the Church. The cardinals sent a set of formal questions to the pope, seeking clarifications on these matters. Additionally, a women's group expressed the view that only men should have voting rights at the event. The meeting, known as a bishops synod, will discuss various topics including the role of women, acceptance of LGBT Catholics, social justice, and climate change. The clash between the pope and conservative factions highlights ongoing tensions within the Catholic Church.

via Reuters|

#bishops-synod #catholic-church #conservative-catholics

lgbtq-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

Dodgers' Pride Night marred by controversy and disinvitations.

LA Pride has withdrawn from the annual Pride Night hosted by the Dodgers after the team disinvited the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a non-profit drag group, from the event amid opposition from conservative Catholics. The group was set to receive an award during a ceremony before a 16 June game against the San Francisco Giants. The Dodgers' decision was criticized by LGBTQ+ advocates, while conservative Catholic groups argued that the group was "rewarding anti-Catholicism". The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence said they were "offended and outraged" by the team's decision.

via The Guardian US|

#conservative-catholics #dodgers #la-pride