Pope Francis allegedly made controversial remarks about gossip being a 'women's thing' in a closed-door meeting with young priests, shortly after apologizing for using a homophobic slur.
Key Points
Pope Francis advised priests against 'badmouthing' and allegedly stated 'Gossip is a women's thing.'
The controversial remarks were reportedly made during a closed-door meeting with young priests in Rome.
The Vatican did not immediately respond to the allegations.
Pros
Encouraging priests against 'badmouthing' in parishes and congregations
Shedding light on gender stereotypes and discrimination
Cons
Potentially reinforcing gender stereotypes with the remark