Women
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The Church is not a ‘she’
Recent Vatican documents on women’s diaconate rely heavily on nuptial theology, arguing that female ordination would compromise the spousal relationship between Christ and church. This reasoning transforms metaphorical language into doctrinal necessity, creating theological problems by literalizing what tradition presents as symbolic representation.
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Global South shut out again: Synod’s liturgy team under fire
Reactions to the new Synod liturgy working group focus heavily on diversity. With limited involvement from the Global South, the dominance of clergy and few women represented, many suggest the credibility of the group’s synodal aims is weakened.
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Pope Leo a careful canon lawyer
Pope Leo is slowing beginning to reveal himself, not through dramatic gestures but through cautious, lawyerly responses; most of which is scripted.
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Reverence beyond lace veils
When framed as a return to “authentic” worship, mantillas risk creating a sense of spiritual elitism. Without intention, they can leave others feeling judged or less devout, shifting focus from conversion and holiness to superficial signs.
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Vatican to village
The Synodal vision must stretch from local communities to the highest Vatican offices. It’s not just about what happens in Rome—it’s about transformation everywhere the Church is present.
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Decoding clericalism
Early Christian communities shared ministry between women and men without the idea of a “sacred” priesthood. The current model evolved from Roman tradition, creating a privileged clerical caste and deepening divisions within the Church over who may serve.
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Diaconal data analysis – the world wants women deacons
As Study Group 5 prepares to release its findings, mounting global pressure shows that Catholics worldwide—laypeople and bishops alike—are calling for a more inclusive Church. The question of women deacons is no longer fringe; it’s centre stage.
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Where were the women?
At Pope Francis’ funeral, aerial shots revealed a telling absence—women in liturgical leadership were nowhere to be seen, raising urgent questions about inclusion in the Church’s most sacred rites.
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Jesus treated women as equals – why doesn’t The Chosen?
“The Chosen” undermines its portrayal of Jesus’ inclusivity by removing women from the Last Supper. Instead, it invents a scene with no Gospel basis, casting doubt on the series’ commitment to authenticity.
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A canon lawyer with a missionary heart
Cardinal Robert Prevost’s brings a global, grounded perspective to the papacy. Addressing the faithful in St Peter’s Square, Pope Leo emphasised bridge-building, dialogue, and a church with arms wide open to all in need.
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