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How Pope Francis changed the Catholic church, and what happens next

Apr 22, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Humility in Early Papacy Acts

  • Pope Francis washed prisoners' feet, choosing humility over tradition in his first Maundy Thursday ceremony as pope.
  • He also refused luxurious papal garments, emphasizing simplicity and accessibility.
INSIGHT

New Tone on LGBTQ Inclusion

  • Francis shifted the church's tone toward LGBTQ people with non-judgmental language and blessings.
  • He emphasized love and human dignity rather than condemnation for homosexuality.
INSIGHT

Traditional Limits on Women

  • Pope Francis upheld tradition by rejecting women's ordination despite progressive expectations.
  • He saw priesthood as representing Christ and thus reserved for men only.
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