"In the formative process, when referring to homosexual tendencies, it’s also appropriate not to reduce discernment only to ...

The Vatican has given its blessing to a document suggesting that those with same-sex attraction can pursue the priesthood in ...

A provisional document published by the Italian Bishops’ Conference and approved by the Vatican cautiously opens the door for ...

The Vatican City State has toughened sanctions for those who try to illegally enter its territory in areas where free access ...

One of Francis’ lasting reforms will be his reshaping of the papacy to embrace simplicity and humility. In his new ...

(RNS) — A new document by the Italian bishops’ conference states that being openly gay no longer bars candidates from discerning the priesthood. VATICAN CITY (RNS) — A provisional document ...

I have arrived this far, taken these actions, removed these people, now it’s your turn,” said Benedict XVI, when handing the ...

The 13-page decree forbids AI applications that create social inequalities, violate human dignity, or use techniques that ...

Candidates for the seminary should not be disqualified based on sexual orientation, according to new church guidelines in ...

While the requirement for celibacy remains for all priests, the newly approved guidelines encourage churches to view ...