Catholic Church: 'Gay-friendly' shift prompts claims of 'betrayal'

At extraordinary synod in Rome, bishops say gay people have 'gifts and qualities to offer'

Recent Synod at Vatican City
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The Catholic Church has provoked praise from liberals and unease among more traditional members by signalling a move towards greater acceptance of homosexuality – and speaking of the value of gay partnerships.

At an extraordinary synod called by Pope Francis – only the third such meeting in the Church's modern history – bishops said that gay people had "gifts and qualities to offer".

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