Amoris Laetitia
Conservative cardinals challenge pope over teachings on family
By guest — November 15, 2016
(RNS) Four cardinals accuse Francis of sowing confusion on important moral issues.
Cardinal Burke insists he is serving Francis, not opposing him
By David Gibson — August 22, 2016
(RNS) Ever since Pope Francis was elected, he has faced strong opposition to his push for church reforms -- and the face of that opposition has often been Cardinal Raymond Burke.
Is the pope Catholic?
By David Gibson — April 20, 2016
NEW YORK (RNS) Francis’ papacy prompts a debate, and it’s no joke.
Pope Francis again blasts moral legalism by religious leaders
By Rosie Scammell — April 11, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) The pontiff continued to preach the overarching theme of the landmark apostolic exhortation on the family he issued last week.
Applause, dismay, confusion over pope’s words
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — April 8, 2016
(RNS) “Joy of Love” is getting a mixed reaction from U.S. Catholics and others.
Will papal document settle the controversies? (ANALYSIS)
By David Gibson — April 8, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) “Amoris Laetitia” was supposed to be the culmination of a two-year gantlet of unusually frank discussions. But, as might be expected with so much at stake, the verdict is mixed.
Papal document prescribes pragmatic view of family
By Rosie Scammell — April 8, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Francis' apostolic exhortation maintains church teachings on divorce and sexuality but stresses the need for “a healthy dose of self-criticism.”
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