Open to Debate Is It Time for the Catholic Church to Ordain Women as Deacons?
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Aug 12, 2025 
Pia de Solenni, a theologian and former chancellor of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange, argues against the ordination of women as deacons, highlighting theological implications and the current roles women play in the Church. Conversely, Casey Stanton from Discerning Deacons advocates for women’s ordination, citing historical precedents and a push for modern inclusivity. The discussion delves into early Church traditions, the evolving role of women, and the potential for reform within Catholicism amid changing societal expectations.
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Ordination Offer At A Women's Prison
- Casey Stanton was asked to preach and nearly ordained by an ecumenical women's prison community.
- That moment provoked a crisis about where she could serve within Catholic ordination rules.
Early Church Evidence Cited For Change
- Casey Stanton cites early church evidence of women serving in diaconal ministries.
- She uses that history to argue the church can reconsider women's ordination.
Bridegroom-Church Image Shapes Ordination
- Pia De Solenni links Christ as bridegroom to who represents Christ liturgically.
- She claims ordination involves an ontological sexual difference that excludes women.