Lay Catholics Expected to Retain Big Role in Leo XIV’s Church

In the fall of 2024, the future Pope Leo XIV engaged in extensive discussions at the Vatican with a diverse group of clergy and laypeople, emphasizing the importance of equal voices and open dialogue in the Catholic Church. In his inaugural address, he committed to continuing Pope Francis’s legacy of a “synodal church,” promoting inclusivity and collaboration between bishops and lay members, including women. While supporters see this as a step toward transparency, concerns remain about potential inaction on controversial issues, with some fearing the process may be hijacked by progressive agendas.

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