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Traditionalists rejoice that top US cardinal allowed to celebrate old Latin Mass at St. Peter's

  • By NICOLE WINFIELD - Associated Press

Traditionalist Catholics are celebrating news that the Vatican under Pope Leo XIV has given them permission to celebrate the old Latin Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica during their upcoming pilgrimage.U.S. Cardinal Raymond Burke, a figurehead of the conservative and traditionalist wing of the church, will celebrate the Mass on Oct. 25. The development is significant since Pope Francis alienated many traditionalists by greatly restricting the old Latin Mass. Leo has said his aim is unity and reconciliation in the church.

LGBTQ+ Catholics make Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome and celebrate a new feeling of welcome
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LGBTQ+ Catholics make Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome and celebrate a new feeling of welcome

  • By NICOLE WINFIELD - Associated Press
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Over 1,000 LGBTQ+ Catholics and their families have participated in a Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome. They celebrated a new level of acceptance within the Catholic Church, crediting Pope Francis for the change. On Saturday, many pilgrims expressed deep emotion as they walked through the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica. Several LGBTQ+ groups participated, including DignityUSA and Outreach. Pope Leo XIV celebrated a special Jubilee audience but made no special mention of LGBTQ+ Catholics. Many pilgrims feel welcomed back to the church, attributing this to Francis' inclusive attitude and message of hope.