Same-Sex Catholic Couples and the Common Good: Do We Belong?

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By affirming that gay and lesbian people have a right to be included in the family, while at the same time affirming the possibility of legal recognition for same-sex couples, Pope Francis has opened space for thinking of us and our relationships at the very center of the family and the common good. Read More

While Some Continue to Laud Pope’s Support for Civil Unions, Others Have a Different View

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Theologians and LGBTQ Catholics, as well as secular advocates for equality have continued to offer mostly positive appraisals on Pope Francis' reiterated support for civil unions that recognize same-gender couples. Read More

For All the Saints (Part Two)

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A few days ago, Bondings 2.0 asked its readers: “If you could canonize any LGBTQ person or ally, living or dead, Catholic or not, fictional or real, who would it be, and why?” Here are more responses. Read More

The Last Word on Gay Priests and Clergy Sexual Abuse?

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'Heterosexuality or homosexuality is not the cause of pedophilia.' Read More

Priest Says Gender-Neutral Children’s Clothing is “Demonic” and “Satanic”

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What is the problem with gender-neutral children's clothing? It is "satanic" and "demonic" according to one Catholic priest. Read More

University Chaplain in Scotland Dismissed for Calling Pride a “Gross Offense to God”

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A Scottish priest has been removed from his chaplaincy position after hosting a prayer service against Pride festivities. Read More

Parishes Celebrate Pride Month, But Obstacles Remain to Full Inclusion

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Pride festivities each June provide a moment to celebrate the LGBTQ community and the struggle for equality. Though an increasing number of parishes have joined celebrations this year, Pride is not without controversy in some Catholic circles. Read More

Mauritius Pride Meets With Muslim Opposition and Catholic Support

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The Catholic cardinal of Mauritius spoke out against the obstruction of the country’s Pride parade that was supposed to have taken place earlier this month. Read More

Guyanese Catholic Leaders Support Gay Rights Against Other Denominations

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Catholic leaders in Guyana stand up for human rights of LGBTQ persons during Pride season. Read More

Religious Leaders Criticize Letter Against Transgender People Hosted On USCCB Website

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Religious organizations have criticized an interfaith letter against transgender rights signed by four top U.S. bishops. Read More