Lessons Learned? Analyzing the Pope Francis-Kim Davis Controversy
Sampled below are some notable, thought-provoking, or just interesting commentaries related to the Kim Davis controversy and some lessons learned.
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SYNOD 2015 NEWS NOTES: Keeping Tabs on All the Talk
Keeping up with the numerous news and commentaries tied to the Synod can be challenging. Frank is reporting from Rome, attending the Vatican’s daily press briefings and attuning his ear to the buzz, but there is also much ink flying elsewhere. Below is Synod News Notes with links provided for further reading.
More Details Emerge About Gay Priest Dismissed from Vatican After Coming Out
A priest who came out as gay has been fired from his positions at the Vatican, the latest in a long and growing list of church workers who have lost their jobs over LGBT identities or support.
Catholic School Suspends Gay Student for Seeking Same-Sex Homecoming Date
Lance Sanderson, a senior at Christian Brothers High School (CBHS) in Memphis, who had sought permission to…
New Ways Ministry Welcomes Pope Francis to Philly with Catholic Gender Identity Workshop
Just as Pope Francis began his schedule in Philadelphia, Catholics gathered in a church hall to explore gender identity for the morning. The New Ways Ministry-sponsored workshop, titled “Transforming Love,” featured four speakers sharing their stories of being trans*, of being intersex, of being an LGBTQI person’s family member and doing all of this as Catholics.
Openly Gay Comedian Mo Rocca Reads at Papal Mass; Francis Remains Unclear on LGBT Front
Yesterday, Bondings 2.0 surveyed Pope Francis treatment of LGBT issues during his visit to Washington, D.C. Today, as the pope begins his schedule in Philadelphia, here are some takeaways from New York City.
At Philly's World Meeting of Families: Not Much Time Given to Homosexuality, But LGBT Catholics Keep Conversation Going
The World Meeting of Families’ (WMF) single session on homosexuality was held Thursday afternoon, drawing more than 750 people to the talk featuring a celibate gay man, Ron Belgau, and his mother, Beverley.
Pope Francis' Visit Is Ambiguous on LGBT Issues Thus Far–And It's Not Over Yet
Pope Francis’ visit to the United States is well underway, finishing up in Washington, D.C. and on to the United Nations in New York City. Before he addresses the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia this weekend, Bondings 2.0 is taking stock of what he has said thus far as it relates to LGBT issues.
Pope Francis Opens His U.S. Visit With Message of Mercy and Encounter
With Pope Francis now in the United States, keeping up with news can be a…
Pope Francis: "I Would Love to Visit and Talk to Gay and Lesbian People"
Sharing one’s story can profoundly impact the listener, a truth LGBT Catholics are hoping will play out regarding Pope Francis with whom they are sharing their stories online and, ideally, in person.