Women in the Church

"We need to make more room for women to play a more decisive role in the Church. There is no doubt that we need to do much more for women. Not only should women be listened to more, but their voices should carry real weight and recognized authority in society and in the Church." Pope Francis.

Through the "Motu proprio "spiritus Domini," the pope opens up instituted ministries to women. This opening is accompanied by an amendment to Article 230 of the Code of Canon Law. It concerns the possibility for women to be instituted as lectors and acolytes, but also in any other instituted ministry decided upon by a bishop. 

There is still a long way to go, but the Tiberias Association is fully committed to this movement in favor of women in the Church. Even if the movement is far too slow and cautious, it is irreversible. Yes, Tiberias helps missionaries, all missionaries, but our association will always pay special attention to missionary sisters.