Evangelical Leader Accuses Pope of Creating 'Division' With LGBTQ+ Views
LGBTQ+ inclusivity efforts.The accusation comes amid recent discussion in the Catholic church regarding the LGBTQ+ community.
Last week, Pope Francis approved a ruling at the Vatican that permitted priests to administer blessings to same-sex couples.
In November, the pope said in a Vatican document that transgender people can be baptized, serve as godparents and be witnesses at church weddings.
The Vatican document didn't change church policy, but it was yet another step Pope Francis has taken in regard to encouraging LGBTQ+ inclusivity in the Catholic church.Although the ruling was adamant that the church was not approving same-sex marriage, Graham criticized the effort, saying it created "division" in a Newsmax interview on Saturday."I think there are millions of Catholics that believe what I believe," he said. "I think what the pope has done is brought a lot of division into the Catholic church, and I don't think the church wants that or needs that."Graham, who himself has faced criticism regarding his religious practice and conservative efforts, is the president and CEO of Samaritan's Purse, an evangelical humanitarian aid organization.
