An Italian news agency, Adista, reported on its website today the contents of a much-anticipated document scheduled for release by the Vatican regarding gays in the priesthood. The document is slated for official release on November 29th. However, reports of its contents have been speculated on for months. Today's report by Adista contains an actual copy of the document, which has been authenticated by a Church official.

"Today, the Catholic Church is showing an aversion to both the teachings of Christ and science. By silencing Catholics who advocate full inclusion, this decree by the church is an attempt to close down open debate," said Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese. "At a time when the church should be taking responsibility for the harm created by a devastating sex abuse scandal, they are instead using gay people as scapegoats. This decree is a diversion that neither keeps children safe nor holds criminals responsible."

via HRC Press Release

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