Pope Francis dismisses livestream hopes for Synod of Bishops: 'Not a TV show'
Pope Francis has dampened hopes for a livestream of the upcoming Synod of Bishops, stating that it is not a television program and that the religious character of the gathering must be preserved. The pope's remarks contradict efforts by Vatican officials to make the synod more open and transparent. Instead, a commission will provide daily press releases about the major themes under discussion. The synod will address controversial issues such as the role of women in church leadership, ministry to LGBTQ Catholics, access to the priesthood for married men, and clergy sexual abuse. Francis also discussed the Vatican's relationship with China and Russia, as well as his upcoming update to his environmental encyclical.
