The Italian Bishops Conference stated that aspiring priests must show an orientation towards celibate life, marking a shift from Pope Francis's previous exclusion of gay men from seminaries.
While recognizing gay men's dignity, the CIE emphasized that sexually active gay men are barred from seminaries, affirming the church's commitment to chastity in priesthood.
Following his controversial remarks, Pope Francis apologized for using an offensive term regarding gay men in seminaries, reinforcing his intention to be inclusive.
The guidelines reflect a nuanced approach, encouraging aspirants to embrace celibacy as a gift and not solely focus on sexual orientation in their discernment.
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