They say conversations about topics such as women in ministry and divorce only confuse the faithful. Vatican watchers, both liberal and conservative, say whatever eventually comes from this synod ...

Catholic leaders are beginning a month-long meeting to discuss the church's relationship to laity. Among the topics: women in ministry and being more welcoming of divorced and LGBTQ+ Catholics.

(RNS) — The document addresses inclusivity toward LGBTQ+ faithful, the issue of female ordination and welcoming toward divorced, remarried or polygamous couples.

They say conversations about topics such as women in ministry and divorce only confuse the faithful. Vatican watchers, both liberal and conservative, say whatever eventually comes from this synod ...

Catholic leaders are beginning a month-long meeting to discuss the church's relationship to laity. Among the topics: women in ministry and being more welcoming of divorced and LGBTQ+ Catholics.

Roman Catholic leaders from around the world are gathering at the Vatican for a synod, or meeting, to address issues facing the church, including whether to allow women to become deacons.