Pope Francis' Offensive Slur for Gay Men

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Pope Francis used an offensive slur for gay men in a closed-door discussion with Italian bishops, leading to Vatican's apology. The reported comment was about not allowing gay men to train as priests.

Key Points

  • Pope Francis used an offensive term for gay men in a closed-door discussion with Italian bishops
  • Vatican apologized for any offense caused and clarified the pope's stance on inclusivity
  • The comment was about not allowing gay men to train as priests

Pros

  • Vatican apologized for the offensive term used by Pope Francis
  • Raises awareness about LGBTQ+ issues within the Catholic Church

Cons

  • Use of derogatory language by the pontiff