Pope Leo XIV’s Stance on Same-Sex Marriage: A Divided Response
Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernández confirmed that Pope Leo XIV will uphold the previous declaration regarding same-sex blessings. The declaration, which was approved by his predecessor, maintains that such blessings are distinct from marriage. While Pope Leo XIV has expressed views on social issues, his stance on the LGBTQ+ community has been less positive, as evidenced by his past criticisms of the “homosexual lifestyle.” Despite some internal criticism, Pope Leo XIV’s position remains consistent with the distinction between blessing individuals and endorsing same-sex unions.
John Q. Hosedrinker