Theological discussions between Catholic and Oriental Orthodox Churches need fresh voices, Los Angeles bishop says.
Vatican document on blessings is cause for concern for Coptic Orthodox Church, which suspended ecumenical dialogue.
Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo of Kinshasa, Congo, spearheaded the African bishops’ unified response to Fiducia supplicans in coordination with the Pope and the DDF.
Francis is dealing with the aftershocks of "Fiducia supplicans," a serious Syro-Malabar liturgical conflict, and growing tensions regarding the “German Synod.”
In an interview with an Italian daily, the Pope talked about the blessings of irregular couples, the wars across the world, his future travels and more...
In an "innovative" declaration, the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith "broadens" the understanding of blessings in a pastoral and non-liturgical sense, but not in regards to Church teaching.
In a conversation with fellow Jesuits in Portugal during World Youth Day, the Pope answered questions on hot-button topics.
Cardinal Parolin reiterates "position of Rome" as German synod approves blessings for homosexual couples; says local Churches can't make these decisions.
"When I said it is a sin, I was simply referring to Catholic moral teaching, which says that every sexual act outside of marriage is a sin."
Pope Francis answers the AP by citing the Catechism’s call to welcome persons with homosexual tendencies.
While the majority of respondents agreed that the clergy should work with the laity, less support was shown for the rest.
Catholic leaders will continue to oppose "gravely disappointing" legislation, Barron says.
Bishops and conservatives are still concerned about threat to religious freedom; protections seen as "inadequate."
Congress set to advance legislation codifying Obergefell v. Hodges.
Senate takes up bill to codify Supreme Court's Obergefell ruling.
Senate leadership agrees to postpone vote on "Respect for Marriage Act" until after midterm elections.
Roncalli High School in Indianapolis did not have to employ counselor in same-sex relationship.
