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While "Fiducia supplicans," speaks of "the possibility of blessing couples in irregular situations and same-sex couples," it also states that "the Church does not have the power to impart blessings on unions of persons of the same sex." (CNS file photo)

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Cardinal says Vatican is not moving toward accepting gay marriage

'Fiducia Supplicans' says the church "remains firm" in teaching that marriage is only a life-long union between a man and a woman.

'Fiducia Supplicans' says the church "remains firm" in teaching that marriage is only a life-long union between a man and a woman.

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