A Foundation for Future Hope
The most important part of the responses released Monday for the future place of LGBTQ+ people in the Catholic Church doesn’t mention LGBTQ+ issues at all. Read More
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New Ways Ministry: Blessings Guidance ‘Significantly Advances’ Pope’s LGBTQ+ Affirmation
Though the Vatican’s latest statement about same-gender couples does not provide a full-fledged, ringing endorsement of blessing their unions, the document significantly advances Pope Francis’ work to include and affirm LGBTQ+ people. Read More
Can Church Teaching Change? LGBTQ+ Advocates Say Yes
“Can the church change?” That question is the headline of a new article in U.S. Catholic. Author Don Clemmer attempts to answer this question, which is often asked by many LGBTQ+ Catholics longing to see the church embrace more inclusive teachings. Read More
“Are Not Your Ways Unfair?”
Though not phrased in these words, the question in Ezekiel has been an undercurrent in the sharings from people ostracized by the institutional church: "Are not your ways unfair?" Read More
Oakland Parish’s Roots in Black Catholic Spirituality Prompt LGBTQ+ Welcome
St. Columba Church in Oakland, California has emerged as a safe haven for LGBTQ+ Catholics, who have been welcomed into the social justice-focused parish rooted in Black Catholic spirituality and tradition. Indeed, the community has linked LGBTQ+ equality and racial justice in its efforts. Read More
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. Read More
Catholics Protest Cardinal, Bless LGBTQ+ Couples Outside German Cathedral
Several Catholic priests in Germany held a blessing ceremony for same-gender couples, defying the local archbishop who does not permit such liturgies. Read More
Catholic Dating Cultures Needs to Better Include LGBTQ+ People, Writes Journalist
Queer dating in a cis- and heteronormative society comes with a bunch of cultural and social difficulties. Queer dating in the Catholic world often means additional obstacles for marginalized people seeking love. Read More
Bondings 2.0 Heads to Rome for the Synod!
A week from today, Bondings 2.0 editor Francis DeBernardo and I will begin reporting live from Rome on the Synod on Synodality' first global assembly. Throughout this multi-year process, LGBTQ+ issues have been a recurring priority for the people of God. Read More
Amid Political Protests, Canadian Catholic Schools Affirm LGBTQ+ Students
Canadian Catholic school boards expressed support for LGBTQ+ students in the face of nationwide protests against equality last week, with educators asserting that pro-LGBTQ+ policies are entirely consistent with Catholic identity. Read More