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As Christmas Is Canceled Again In Palestine, Pope Francis Condemned Israel's Genocide In Gaza As "Cruelty”

After Israel accused the pope of double standards, he instead doubled down on his condemnation, calling it Israel's genocide "so much cruelty."

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Pope Francis Caused A Controversy After Saying Ukraine Should Raise “The White Flag” To Negotiate With Russia

“I think the strongest one is the one who looks at the situation, thinks about the people and has the courage of the white flag, of negotiating,” Pope Francis said.

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Here’s What Happened Around The World In December 2023

Take a look back at some of the biggest stories that you may have missed in December 2023.

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In A Landmark Moment, Pope Francis Has Said Catholic Priests Can Bless Same-Sex Couples

In a document released on Dec. 18, the Pope said that priests could offer blessings as long as they did not resemble marriage.

Women

Women Of The Week: Barbie With Down Syndrome, Catholic Religious Sisters And South African Grannies

Here are some of the women who are making an impact and inspiring us this week.

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Pope Francis Has Made It So That Women Can Vote At A Major Meeting Of The Bishops For The First Time

Until now, women could only attend as observers.

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Pope Francis Has Criticized Laws That Make It Illegal To Be LGBTQ, Saying LGBTQ People Are Children Of God

“Criminalizing people with homosexual tendencies is an injustice.”

Women

Pope Francis Has Named This French Sister As The First Woman Senior Official In His Bishop Advisory Group

French Sister Nathalie Becquart will have voting rights in the synod, which will allow her to help make key decisions in the Catholic Church.