The ruling does not order clergy to offer blessings, and it’s possible some will refuse requests. On the other hand, the pope is unlikely to be perturbed by opposition and will not shy away from ...

WASHINGTON (TND) — Pope Francis has seemingly suggested he is open to blessing same-sex unions within the Roman Catholic Church. He also made it clear blessings are not to be confused with the ...

This is the proper context for understanding the Vatican announcement Monday on behalf of Pope Francis that priests are now free to offer blessings to same-sex couples. The step followed an ...

A response letter to five conservative cardinals who were asking Pope Francis to clarify whether blessings of same-sex unions are permitted went public on Monday, signaling a slight shift in the ...