Tag: Catholic Church
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Pope Francis and Grand Imam Nasarudin Omar Advocate for Religious Unity and Environmental Action in Indonesia
In Jakarta, Indonesia, Pope Francis, joined by the Grand Imam Nasarudin Omar, made a significant appeal for religious unity and fraternity among leaders of the country’s six official religions. This appeal was particularly emphasized during a mass held at a stadium, attended by thousands, including the Indonesian President Joko Widodo. The Pope’s visit highlighted the…
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Olympics Opening Ceremony Parody of ‘The Last Supper’ Criticized by Catholics and Conservatives
The recent Olympics opening ceremony has ignited controversy due to a segment that parodied Leonardo Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper,” featuring drag queens. This act has drawn criticism from various quarters, including Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini, members of the far-right Brothers of Italy party, and the French Catholic church. Critics argue that the…
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Pope Francis Apologizes for Derogatory Remark About Homosexuals, Contrasting His Previous Support for LGBTQ Community
Pope Francis has issued an unusual apology for using a derogatory term about homosexuals in a private conversation, as reported by Italian media. This rare move comes after unnamed bishops claimed the Pope used the slur in a closed-door meeting to express his opposition to openly gay men joining seminaries. Despite his past public statements…
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Pope Francis Apologizes for Using Homophobic Slur in Meeting with Italian Bishops
Pope Francis has issued an apology for using a homophobic slur during a closed-door meeting with Italian bishops, where he reiterated the Vatican’s stance on not allowing gay men to enter seminaries or the priesthood. The comment was initially leaked on an Italian gossip site and then reported by Italian media, citing unnamed Italian bishops.…