
Pope Leo XIV Defends Male-Only Priesthood Rooted in Apostolic Succession
Pope Leo XIV reaffirmed that the priesthood is reserved for men, grounded in apostolic succession and the sacrament of holy orders, presenting it as a divine, service-based role within the Church (diakonia). He urged prayers for priestly vocations and highlighted a Polish life-affirming initiative, including the spiritual adoption of unborn children.






