The report titled 'Guidelines and norms for seminaries' stated, 'When referring to homosexual tendencies, it's also appropriate not to reduce discernment only to this aspect, but, as for every candidate, to grasp its meaning in the global framework of the young person's personality.' This indicates a more nuanced approach to evaluating candidates for the priesthood and hints at a gradual shift in the Church's stance on openly gay men.
The Catholic Church teaches that homosexual people must be treated with dignity and respect, but that homosexual activity is 'intrinsically disordered.' Officially, this means that men who 'practice homosexuality' cannot be ordained.
Pope Francis has conveyed a more supportive approach towards LGBTQ rights, stating in 2023 that 'being homosexual isn't a crime', and has also approved 'blessings' for same-sex couples, emphasizing the traditional view that only heterosexual marriage is valid.
Despite Pope Francis' relative openness, he has also expressed concerns regarding the presence of homosexuality in seminaries, using the term 'frociaggine' to describe it, reflecting a complex and contradictory stance within the Vatican regarding LGBTQ candidates for priesthood.
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