I am conscious the divine dispensation is an inversion of the order of worldly power. Women with theological qualifications can be found in seminaries or writing and researching for leading Catholic publications. Concepts of rightsGender equality is not the only issue where contemporary concepts of rights clash head-on with the Catholic Church’s teaching. But ordaining women would not achieve the paradigm change Mary McAleese and indeed others within and without the church are calling for. A significant presence of women in leadership roles would colour decisions no more or no less than in other organisations.

Source: The Irish Times April 16, 2018 16:30 UTC