Swiss Bishops BETRAY Catholics: Back Total Ban on Conversion Therapy as “Spiritual Abuse”
The Swiss bishops have issued a statement condemning conversion therapy, labeling it as 'spiritual abuse.' This decision has sparked significant debate within the Catholic community regarding the implications for Church teachings and identity. Critics argue that this move may represent a departure from traditional scriptural and doctrinal foundations.
- ▪The Swiss bishops have strongly rejected conversion therapy for homosexual and transgender individuals.
- ▪The statement has ignited fierce debate across the Catholic world.
- ▪There are concerns that Church leaders are prioritizing modern pastoral language over Scripture and tradition.
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Back — Video Topics | Pro-life | Pro-family | Catholic Church | Freedom Swiss Bishops BETRAY Catholics: Back Total Ban on Conversion Therapy as “Spiritual Abuse" Breaking News See More The Swiss bishops’ latest statement condemning so-called “conversion practices” is igniting fierce debate across the Catholic world. John-Henry Westen examines whether Church leaders are abandoning Scripture, tradition, and the Catechism in favor of modern pastoral language, and what this means for the future of Catholic identity. MORE: https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/swiss-bishops-strongly-reject-conversion-therapy-for-homosexual-transgender-individuals/ HELP SUPPORT WORK LIKE THIS: https://give.lifesitenews.com/?utm_source=SOCIAL U.S.
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