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LaBeouf‘s management did not respond immediately Friday to The Times’ request for comment about the actor’s alleged intentions to pursue the diaconate.

Now, he’s reportedly eyeing the diaconate.

The report did not include a recommendation on blessings for same-sex couples or the ordination of women, though “theological and pastoral research” on allowing women to access the diaconate was suggested.

Progressive Catholics have their fingers crossed about the synod’s ability to advance progress on the many reforms needed to revitalize the Catholic Church, including the ordination of women to the diaconate and ultimately the priesthood.

Those gathered will almost certainly discuss opening up the diaconate to women, becoming more welcoming to LGBTQ+ Catholics and a host of other sensitive subjects fueling a culture war within the church that parallels ideological rifts in society at large.