Saint Mary’s College Announces New Transgender Admissions Policy
Saint Mary’s College, a women’s college in Indiana, has updated its admissions policy to be more inclusive of transgender applicants.
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Vatican’s Transgender Guidance “Very, Very Positive” Step, Say Irish Priests
An Irish organization of Catholic priests has responded positively to the Vatican’s recent guidance about transgender people and the sacraments, with the priests group describing the guidance as a “very, very positive” step.
Catholics Resist Bay Area Bishops’ Letter Denying Transgender Identities
Catholic parents and community members have strongly resisted a transgender-negative joint letter from two California bishops this fall.
Drag Performer Arrested After Controversial Performance of the “Lord’s Prayer”
A drag performer in the Philippines has been arrested following a controversial act involving the Lord’s Prayer.
Cleveland Catholic Schools Resist Transgender-Negative Diocesan Policy
Multiple Cleveland-area Catholic schools have issued statements reflecting a pro-LGBTQ+ stance in response to the Diocese of Cleveland’s restrictive gender policy released in September.
New Podcast, “Dear Alana,” Highlights Dangers of Conversion Therapy in Catholicism
In a new eight-episode podcast, “Dear Alana,” Simon Kent Fung hopes to raise awareness and accountability around the danger of conversion therapy in Catholic spaces.
Drag Performance of the Lord’s Prayer Sparks Philippines Controversy
A recent viral video of a Filipino drag queen performing “Ama Namin,” the Tagalog translation of the Lord’s Prayer, has led to a debate over what may be deemed appropriate religious and artistic expression.
Catholic School Expels Elementary School Student Over Parents’ Pro-LGBTQ+ Stance
An outstanding student at a Missouri Catholic school was expelled after his parents spoke out against recent LGBTQ-negative actions being carried out there.