Pope Leo XIV has publicly opposed German Cardinal Reinhard Marx’s directive to formalize blessings for same-sex couples, warning such steps risk deepening Church divisions. While affirming that all ...

A popular saying in Vatican circles is that if you “enter a conclave as pope, you leave as a cardinal.” It implies the sacred and secretive process is no popularity contest or campaign, but rather the ...

Pope Leo XIV spoke out against Cardinal Reinhard Marx, who had instructed priests to give blessings for same-sex couples. The matter of blessings for same-sex couples has divided the Catholic Church.

Leo's language skills, knowledge impressed cardinals The new pope expected to be more measured than Francis His chosen name carries deep significance for the Church VATICAN CITY, May 9 (Reuters) - ...