On Independence Day, Remembering the Global Struggle for LGBT "Life, Liberty, and Pursuit of Happiness"

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In the United States, today is Independence Day, when we commemorate the establishment of our... Read More

What Impact Will Hobby Lobby Ruling Have on LGBT Rights?

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Monday’s Supreme Court ruling in the Burwell v. Hobby Lobby case is causing LGBT advocates to... Read More

Papal Canonizations, Part 2: Pope John Paul II's Record on LGBT Issues

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Today is canonization day for two recent popes:  John XXIII and John Paul II.  In... Read More

NEWS NOTES: March 7, 2014

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Here are some items you may find of interest: 1.  Oakland, California’s Bishop Michael Barber... Read More

"Philomena" Film Contains Lessons on Justice & Forgiveness for Catholics Hurt by Church

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“Philomena” is nominated for four Oscars at tonight’s Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and  has... Read More

Was It Intellectually Possible for Pope Benedict to Support Marriage Equality?

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The recent marriage equality debate in Illinois produced a lot of important arguments, especially from... Read More

Remembering a More Positive Catholic Tradition Toward LGBT People

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A somewhat minor news item spoke volumes to me about the important history of a... Read More

Discomfort with the Body of Christ

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Catholics gather worldwide as the Body of Christ in Eucharistic celebrations today, the feast of... Read More

Should the City of Palo Alto Fund Catholic Charities?

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The City of Palo Alto, California, a suburb of San Francisco, is facing a question... Read More