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world17 days ago•3 min saved

First Woman Priest Returns to Kansas Catholic Church

Tina Thompson became Kansas's first woman priest in the Roman Catholic Woman Priest organization, which is not officially recognized by the Catholic Church. Her ordination reflects a broader movement advocating for women's roles in the church, emphasizing social justice and inclusivity, despite the church's official stance against female ordination. Thompson, who returned to her faith after years away, hopes to inspire change and promote community and spiritual diversity within and beyond traditional Catholic practices.

via Kansas Reflector|

#catholic-church #inclusivity #ordination

religion3 months ago•4 min saved

First Female Archbishop of Canterbury Faces Mixed Reactions and Challenges

The appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the first woman archbishop of Canterbury marks a significant step for gender equality in the Church of England, but ongoing structural discrimination and opposition from conservatives mean she cannot preside over communion in hundreds of churches, highlighting persistent misogyny within the church's hierarchy.

via The Conversation|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england #gender-equality

religion2 years ago•6 min saved

Vatican's Firm Stance on German Bishops and Church Unity

The Vatican has set red lines for discussions with German bishops, stating that women priests and Church teaching on homosexual acts are not up for debate in talks scheduled for next year. The Vatican's note emphasized that the teachings on priestly ordination being reserved for men and the Church's negative judgment on homosexual acts are non-negotiable. This comes in response to resolutions issued by Germany's "synodal way," which called for women deacons, a re-examination of priestly celibacy, lay preaching at Masses, same-sex blessings, and a revision of the Catechism of the Catholic Church on homosexuality. The Vatican's stance follows Pope Francis expressing concerns about elements in the German Church deviating from the universal Church's path.

via The Pillar|

#german-bishops #homosexuality #religion

religion2 years ago•4 min saved

Theologian Criticizes Excessive Focus on Women Priests at Synod on Synodality

A theologian participating in the Synod on Synodality has stated that there is "too much emphasis" on the issue of women priests or deacons, which distracts the Church from addressing the real needs of women. Renée Köhler-Ryan, one of the women delegates, believes that the Church should focus on offering greater support to families and working mothers instead. While some participants argue that women's ordination is necessary for equality, Köhler-Ryan highlights the importance of unity in diversity and the unique roles of motherhood and fatherhood. The discussions at the synod also included topics such as the role of women in the Church, inclusive language in liturgy, and the possible reinstatement of the female diaconate.

via Catholic News Agency|

#church #equality #religion