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Pope Francis on Female Deacons: ‘No’

Credit: CBS News/Adam Verdugo
Pope Francis sits down for an interview with Norah O’Donnell on CBS’ “60 Minutes,” which aired Monday, May 20, 2024.

Pressed by O’Donnell as to whether a female diaconate was “something you’re open to,” Pope Francis replied: “If it is deacons with holy orders, no.”