Pope Leo XIV Defines Family: Father, Mother, Children
Pope Leo XIV’s Stance: Pope Leo XIV, in a new biography, states he doesn’t intend to ordain women but is open to discussion. He aims to avoid “party policies” and welcomes LGBT Catholics without changing the church’s doctrine against homosexuality.
Traditional Family Definition: He defines marriage as between “a man and a woman” and family as “father, mother and children.”
Biography Details: The biography, “Leo XIV: citizen of the world, 21st century missionary”, is based on three hours of interviews with the Pope conducted by Elise Ann Allen (Crux). It will be published in English next year.
Pope’s Approach: Leo XIV, turning 70, seeks to reduce divisions within the 1.4 billion-member Catholic church. he describes himself as discreet and cautious,aiming to avoid polarization.
Church Links: Vatican, Catholic Church
Source: Revista Oeste
