The intention to change "is exactly the theological element that allows absolution and access to the Eucharist as long as there is the impossibility of immediately changing the situation of sin."

How ancient traditions have inspired modern-day Christians to forge new bonds of commitment.

The dubia stem from a fundamental misunderstanding of the nature of 'Amoris Laetitia' and the renewal that began with Vatican II.

The pope is "bringing out into the very public setting of the papacy what any pastor does in his parish or diocese."

Pope Francis said the "richest experience" of the church operating in a way that is not strictly "top down" came from the two meetings of the Synod of Bishops on the family.