Vatican approves blessings for same-sex couples in landmark ruling

    VATICAN CITY --- The Vatican said on Monday in a landmark ruling approved by Pope Francis that Roman Catholic priests can administer blessings to same-sex couples as long as they are not part of regular Church rituals or liturgies. A document from the Vatican's doctrinal office, which effectively reversed a declaration the same body had issued in 2021, said such blessings would not legitimize irregular situations but be a sign that God welcomes all. It should in no way be confused with the sacrament of heterosexual marriage, it added.   READ:PH rejects same-sex marriage: We're not ready for that, says DOJ's Remulla It said priests should decide on ...Keep on reading: Vatican approves blessings for same-sex couples in landmark ruling

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