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Catholic University Investigating Students Accused of Anti-LGBTQ Attack on IDAHOBIT
May 26, 2019
Officials at a Catholic university in France are investigating students who attacked LGBTQ campaigners during the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), while in Italy, Catholics joined in affirming commemorations of the day.
Catholic Priest Orders School to Cover Pride Mural Honoring Gay Artist
May 25, 2019
A charter school has been ordered by a Catholic priest to cover up its student-painted Pride mural, which the priest described as “offensive” and “obscene.”
JOSEPH: Sent Ahead by God to Preserve Life
May 24, 2019
The story of Joseph, who was sold into slavery by his brothers, can resonate with some members of the LGBTQ community who have been rejected by family and faith community, as Joseph was.
Journeys: A Scriptural Reflection Series
for LGBTQ People and Allies
JOURNEYS is an invitation to walk with our ancestors, discover the great source of love, and celebrate our identities as children of God and LGBT persons and allies of faith. Each prayer guide in the series contains a section of Scripture, followed by questions for reflection. These questions can be used for personal meditation, journaling, or group conversations.
To access the Journeys reflections, click here
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All Are Welcome. Are All Welcome?
Retreat for Gay Priests, Bishops, Religious, and Deacons
Tuesday-Thursday, October 22-24, 2019
Siena Retreat Center (Racine, WI)
Some Catholics have been blaming the sexual abuse of minors on the presence of a gay men in ministry. Many suggest a “purge” of gay clergy and religious. Over the course of this retreat, we will be looking at a variety of questions pertinent to this moment in the Church, such as “Is my ministry welcomed by our church?” The retreat is designed to assist attendees in developing better self-understanding, spirituality, friendships, and relationship with the institutional Church.
For more information and to register, click here.
Celebrating Our Identity
Retreat for Lesbian Sisters
December 5-8, 2019
Siena Retreat Center (Racine, WI)
Womanjourney Weavings, a project of New Ways Ministry, is setting apart this weekend retreat for sisters who self identify as lesbians (or somewhere in the rainbow spectrum) and wish to celebrate the gift of their identity. There will be opportunities for prayer, storytelling, dreaming and rituals. While engaging in a circle process that supports collaboration and transformation, sisters will be encouraged to share their experiences and gifts in a safe environment and envision a future filled with hope.
For more information and to register, click here
Trans-forming Love
A program of education, dialogue, and prayer about welcoming transgender people.
The goal of this program is to reflect on how we as Catholics can respond pastorally to transgender people. The program includes information on gender identity and development, pastoral outreach, and spiritual dimensions. No prior knowledge is needed. There will be Q&A sessions, small group discussions, and informational handouts.
For more information and to host a program, click here.