Pope Francis has apologized following reports that he used extremely offensive language towards gay men.
A statement from the Vatican said the Pope did not mean to offend anyone and apologized to those “hurt by his words”.
At the Italian Bishops’ Conference, the Pope is reported to have said that gay men should not be allowed to train to become priests, adding that there was a climate of discontent. Frociagginetranslated as a highly offensive slur.
This meeting took place privately but was widely reported.
