Vatican Says Catholic Churches Cannot Bless Gay Marriages
Last year Pope Francis made history as the first pope to endorse same-sex unions, calling those couples children of God.

What is the future of the papacy?
Francis didn’t replace a pope who had died. He succeeded Pope Benedict XVI, a conservative, who was the first pontiff to retire in 600 years.

Pope Francis Presides Over Pope Benedict's Funeral In Vatican City
Benedict was the leader of the church’s conservative wing and is considered one of the world’s greatest theologians.

Faithful Mourn Benedict XVI At Funeral Presided Over By Pope
Pope Francis opened the service with a prayer and closed it by solemnly blessing the simple casket.
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Why does today's audience say certain fictional characters are gay?
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