Catholic Women Demanding Greater Leadership Roles

SOURCE www.theguardian.com
Catholic women are calling for greater leadership roles in the church through a strike from church duties, as they feel the hierarchy is not addressing their concerns adequately.

Key Points

  • Catholic women are urged to go on strike from church duties to demand greater leadership roles.
  • Pope Francis has commissioned reports on the history of women deacons, hinting at a possible future ordination of women as priests.
  • The recent synod in Rome failed to address the issue adequately, leading to frustration among Catholic women.
  • Many women in the church feel their contributions are not recognized or valued appropriately.
  • Calls for change are growing stronger among Catholics worldwide.

Pros

  • Highlighting the need for gender equality in leadership roles within the Catholic Church.
  • Encouraging women to take a stand against misogyny, sexism, and patriarchy within the church.

Cons

  • Facing resistance from the current church hierarchy.
  • Feeling betrayed and disappointed by the lack of progress in granting women greater leadership roles.