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Florence GAILLARD

Catholic women: The fight for priesthood

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In October 2023, for the first time in the history of the Catholic Church, women were allowed to participate in and vote at the Synod of Bishops, a religious gathering that had previously been reserved only for bishops. The landmark event came amid calls from feminists in many countries for the ordination of women priests and a more inclusive Church. Since the 11th century, only men have been allowed to be ordained as priests and perform the sacraments.

From Spain to Italy via France, FRANCE 24's Florence Gaillard followed women, clergy and laypeople who are trying to shake things up within the Catholic Church.

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