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Why the Catholic Church Cannot Change Its Stance on Priesthood

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Jeff Putnam
May 23, 2024
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When Pope Francis recently appeared on "60 Minutes," he was asked if women might ever be ordained as deacons or priests within the Catholic Church. His answer was a definitive "no." This isn't a new stance. It’s a reaffirmation of long-held Church teachings rooted in tradition that stretches back to the time of Christ.

But that doesn’t mean his response …

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