What does the pope’s statement say approximately divorce,gay marriage, abortion and sex education?
Amoris Laetitia (The delight of worship) runs to 256 pages, or in which Pope Francis attempts to address all aspects of modern family life. The document follows a three-year global consultation,including two lengthy summits in Rome attended by bishops from around the world.
Francis has not made any meaningful changes to doctrine but the language and tone of the document are notably inclusive and gentle. Critically, the introduction says that priests and bishops must use their judgment in considering individuals’ circumstances, and indicating that church teaching should not be applied rigidly.
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Source: theguardian.com