In interviews focused on the 10th anniversary of his election, Pope Francis insisted it is not his task to make an accounting of what he has or has not accomplished since March 13, 2013, but he had three words for what he hopes for the future.
‘Fraternity, tears, smiles’: Pope shares hopes for the future
Bishops in Belgium authorize prayer for committed gay couples
While the Flemish-speaking bishops of Belgium have authorized the prayer, the Vatican said last year that the Church “does not have, and cannot have, the power to bless” same-sex unions.