Vatican debate over women as deacons hits a big obstacle: Pope Francis
Women's ordination as priests and deacons is sidelined despite calls for greater inclusion in the Catholic Church.
'Protectionist waffle' - Mary McAleese hits out at results of Catholic church meeting on reform that failed to address issue of women priests
The report suggests reforms for priest training and lay involvement but fails to address key issues like the ordination of women and LGBTQ recognition.
Vatican debate over women as deacons hits a big obstacle: Pope Francis
Women's ordination as priests and deacons is sidelined despite calls for greater inclusion in the Catholic Church.
'Protectionist waffle' - Mary McAleese hits out at results of Catholic church meeting on reform that failed to address issue of women priests
The report suggests reforms for priest training and lay involvement but fails to address key issues like the ordination of women and LGBTQ recognition.