Vatican's tone on LGBTQ, intersex issues softened under papacy
Seminary candidates cannot be denied because of sexual orientation, must remain celibate
McElroy praised as ‘brilliant theologian and astute political analyst’
Event not ‘sponsored or organized by’ the Vatican
Meeting took place at pontiff’s Vatican residence on Oct. 12
Pope Francis approved doctrine office's document on March 25
Family, friends testify at emotional sentencing hearing in P.G. County
New Ways Ministry says it reflects ‘steady acceptance’ of LGBTQ issues
Pontiff vehemently opposed marriage equality in native Argentina
Retired pontiff resigned in 2013
