Would Archbishop Durocher’s proposal to include women really make a difference? It could be a brilliant idea.
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Tag: Women Deacons
The Future of Women Deacons—A Report on the Symposium
Less news than expected, but more food for thought.
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The Future of Women Deacons – updated
This promises to be a significant discussion.
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The Letter on the Ordination of the Deaconess
How should the Church proceed in this situation? Carefully, and with prayer.
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Documentation: Orthodox Liturgists Support Ordination of Women Deacons
“The reinstitution of the female diaconate does not constitute an innovation, as some would have us believe…”
Read moreReply to Francis Mannion, “Advancing the Role of Women”
“Msgr. Mannion’s article is well informed and thought-provoking. I did however come away with the feeling that everyone was fumbling around in a fog of uncertainty. I found myself thinking that what is needed is a set of guidelines for judging whether or not any one suggestion is feasible.” – Jane Coll
Read moreGänswein on Francis, Benedict, women deacons, and his next appointment
For many who are now enthusiastic about Pope Francis, Gänswein predicted, “their jubilation will remain stuck in their throats.”
Read moreAssociation of US Catholic Priests passes resolutions
Resolutions were rejected asking permission to use the 1974 Sacramentary and calling for discussion of women and married men in the priesthood.
Read moreHead of German Bishops’ Conference on Office of Female Deacons – UPDATED
Archbishop Zollitsch said that the Catholic Church could only regain credibility and strength by committing to reform.
Read moreCardinal Kasper Calls for Creation of New Office of “Deaconess”
This would be distinct from the office of male deacons, to be commissioned by a blessing rather than sacramental ordination.
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