Why the Catholic Church Cannot Change Its Stance on Priesthood

The Misconception of Authority and Service in the Catholic Church

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 …