In Civil Unions Support, Pope Francis Avoids Judgement Many Seek, Leaves Catholics to Discern

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Journalist and papal biographer Austin Ivereigh has offered his opinion about how to interpret Pope Francis' remarks supportive of same-gender civil unions, namely that the pope has once again refrained from judging and left the faithful to discern how to proceed. Read More

Testimony of Catholic Mother of Gay Son Vs. Priest’s Anti-Gay Essay

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In Malta, the head of a group for Catholic parents of LGBTQ children has written an op-ed just days after a priest wrote an anti-gay piece that attracted intense criticism. Read More

Theologian Suggests Papal Civil Union Support May Lead to Church Blessings

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A theologian has suggested that after Pope Francis endorsed civil unions, the church cannot deny any longer blessings to same-gender couples. Meanwhile, some bishops, episcopal conferences, and priests continue taking a more negative approach. Read More

Joe Biden: Second Catholic President, First One With Strong LGBTQ Record

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Joe Biden, the U.S. President-Elect, is only the second Catholic to rise to the nation's highest office.  But he is the first president who comes to office with a sterling record on LGBTQ issues. Read More

Does Pope Francis’ Civil Union Support “Ring Hollow” or Is It a “Significant Step”?

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Commentaries on Pope Francis' remarks last month that reiterated his support for same-gender civil unions have continued to be published. Today's post features a handful of them with links provided for further reading. Read More

As the Church Debates, Wisdom Makes Her Rounds

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In placing all my trust in one man, even if that man is the pope, I missed God. Read More

Archbishop Responding to Pope’s Civil Union Support: It Begins with the Human Person

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A U.S. archbishop has responded to the pope's support for civil unions recognizing same-gender couples in a more positive way, suggesting Francis' approach begins with the human person, not church teaching. But not all church leaders have responded similarly. Read More

Anti-LGBTQ Stigma in Court Case Could Lead to Discrimination Based on Race, Gender, Etc.

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The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Fulton v. City of Philadelphia yesterday, a case which hinges on whether religious institutions can be exempt from non-discrimination protections. In this case, the specific circumstances involve sexual orientation, but one legal scholar argues Fulton could open the door for other types of discrimination, too. Read More

Why Pope Francis Was Missing From the Fulton Case

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One major figure in the tortuous saga of the Roman Catholic Church’s relationship with the LGBTQ+ community was noticeably absent from the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday: Pope Francis. Read More

Pope Francis’ Theology of Family and Marriage Shows His Support for Civil Unions

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What springs to mind when you hear the word “family”? If it’s vulnerability, humility, fidelity, unconditional love, selflessness, mutual support and respect, teaming up with others to support the community, and a welcome to children (in particular those with special needs) and LGBTQ members—and if it comes in many shapes and sizes, including same-sex couples—you have a highly placed ally in the Roman Catholic Church: Pope Francis. Read More