Vatican approves guidelines allowing gay men to train as priests in Italy, aiming for a more inclusive Church.

The Vatican has approved new guidelines allowing gay men to train as Catholic priests in Italy, provided they commit to celibacy and do not support "gay culture." While the Church maintains that homosexual tendencies are "intrinsically disordered," the guidelines encourage a more inclusive approach by considering candidates' sexual orientation as one aspect of their personality. This shift aligns with Pope Francis' efforts to make the Church more welcoming, though the topic remains sensitive among priests.

January 10, 2025
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