heracy. shep. cheaped what else is on the agenda for the period? >> another controversial topic, role of women in the church. the amazon and around the world, by the way. women play large role in the church and the bishops are looking to discuss suitable ministry for women, it is not clear what that would be and the pope floated the idea of possibility of women deacons as a position that can do some sack riments but cannot serve mass like a priest. the pope said the issue of women priests is not up for discussion. shep. >> shepard: new york kicking off new term, huge agenda ahead. major issues including gun rights, immigration, abortion and whether bosses can fire people for being gay or transgender. kristin fisher is reporting, live outside the supreme court. >> shep, heading into today, so much talk about justice bader