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Vatican releases synod report on women's role in Church leadership

Vatican releases synod report on women's role in Church leadership

Courtney Mares · March 11, 2026

The Vatican has published the final report of the synod study group examining women's participation in the Church, which calls for expanded roles for women in Church governance and leadership in roles not including ordained ministry.
Papal commission votes against ordaining women deacons

Papal commission votes against ordaining women deacons

Carol Glatz · December 4, 2025

A commission set up by Pope Francis to study women deacons has voted against the possibility of ordaining women deacons while also supporting more study on the issue.
Lecture tackles changing Church roles of men, women

Lecture tackles changing Church roles of men, women

Tricia Bruce to examine from Vatican II up to current Synod

Luke Mandato · March 16, 2024

An upcoming lecture at St. Jerome’s University will give a glimpse into the role gender plays within the Catholic Church and how it’s adapted and expanded over time.