Vatican's Removal of LGBTQ+ Event from Jubilee 2025 Calendar

The Vatican removed an LGBTQ+ event from its official Jubilee 2025 calendar following backlash. Despite this, the event is still planned to proceed with a vigil service and Mass at the Jesuit Church of the Gesù. Conservative Bishop Strickland criticized Pope Francis for approving the event. Pro-LGBTQ+ Dominican friar Timothy Radcliffe was among the new cardinals appointed by Pope Francis and has been a vocal supporter of progressive causes.