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‘Amoris Laetitia’ and its tough questions are here to stay
Pope Leo XIV reaffirmed the teachings of the apostolic exhortation Amoris Laetitia during his weekly general audience on Oct. 7, 2026.
According to an analysis by America, the Pope's comments suggest he intends to maintain the positions established by Pope Francis rather than reversing them. This stance addresses ongoing questions and criticisms regarding the document's application to family life and divorce.
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America · Colleen Dulle
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