Pope Leo calls for renewed ‘dialogue’ with Coptic Orthodox after rift over same-sex ‘blessings’

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Pope Leo XIV has called for renewed dialogue with the Coptic Orthodox Church following tensions over same-sex blessings. In a recent conversation with Patriarch Tawadros II, the Pope expressed a desire to strengthen cooperation and revive theological discussions. This outreach aims to overcome previous misunderstandings without directly addressing the controversial declaration that disrupted relations.

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▪Pope Leo XIV urged renewed dialogue with the Coptic Orthodox Church after relations deteriorated over same-sex blessings.
▪The Pope and Patriarch Tawadros II spoke in a cordial atmosphere, expressing a desire to strengthen cooperation.
▪The Coptic Orthodox Church suspended dialogue with Rome in response to the Vatican's declaration on same-sex unions.

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Analysis Pope Leo calls for renewed ‘dialogue’ with Coptic Orthodox after rift over same-sex ‘blessings’ In talks with Patriarch Tawadros II, Pope Leo reportedly sought renewed Catholic-Coptic relations in the hope of overcoming ‘any obstacles to dialogue based on faith and charity.’ Vatican City, Italy June 15, 2025: Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful at the end of the mass. Pope Leo XIV presides over the Holy Mass of Sunday on the central altar of St. Peter's Basilica.Marco Iacobucci Epp/Shutterstock GaetanoMasciullo 0 Gaetano Masciullo Comments 0 Mon May 18, 2026 - 2:10 pm EDT VATICAN CITY (LifeSiteNews) — Pope Leo XIV has appealed for restored dialogue with the Coptic Orthodox Church after ecumenical relations deteriorated following the publication of Fiducia Supplicans, Pope Francis’…

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