LGBT Pilgrims Reflect on World Meeting of Families; Others Question Meeting's Impact

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As a busy fall for Catholic LGBT advocates winds down, its time for reflecting about what happened–and... Read More

U.S. Diplomat Criticizes Vatican Assertion that Western Aid Tied to Marriage Equality

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Visiting the Vatican earlier this week, a United States' diplomat tasked with LGBT human rights criticized the Vatican's assertion that Western governments tie foreign aid to marriage equality. These remarks come just weeks before Pope Francis journeys to Africa, including Uganda where anti-gay legislation resurfaced. Read More

In Florence, Pope Francis Makes Dramatic Call for the Church to Change; Theologian Comments on How LGBT Change Can Happen

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In one of his most powerful speeches about reforming the Church, Pope Francis told a... Read More

After Synod on the Family, Catholic Church Faced with Choice on LGBT Issues

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The Synod on the Family is over and Catholics await Pope Francis' apostolic exhortation on family life derived from the bishops' deliberations, curious whether it will mirror the Final Report or deviate away towards a much hoped for, more merciful approach. Read More

Transgender Student: Catholic Church Nearly Killed Me. Georgetown Saved Me.'

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Catholic higher education in the U.S. is fairly supportive of LGBTQ students. Many colleges offer supports as is evident in New Ways Ministry's gay-friendly listing, though admittedly these supports are of varying quality and intensity. Schools often face conservative critics who claim such supports contradict church teaching and endanger ecclesial affiliation. Read More

Elton John Praises Pope Francis as "Hero," While Musician Hozier Critiques Him

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Elton John called Pope Francis a "hero" in a recent interview, but that opinion is not universal. On the same day, Irish musician Hozier harshly criticized the pope over his treatment of LGBT issues. Read More

Hong Kong's Cardinal Attacks Non-Discrimination Bill; Suggests Equality "Worse Than Climate Change"

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Hong Kong's Cardinal John Tong released a pastoral letter decrying a proposed nondiscrimination ordinance and instructing Catholics to consider whether a candidate supports equality or not. Read More

Fr. Fred Daley Helps Church Embrace the Gifts of Gay Priests & Brothers

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Despite Pope Francis' "Who am I to judge?" remark in 2013, the Catholic Church remains ambiguous in its acceptance of gay priests and religious though they may constitute up to 60% of clergy. Read More

70% of U.S. Catholics Accept Homosexuality, Says Survey; Millennials Ensure Future Growth

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70% of U.S. Catholics say homosexuality should be accepted by society, according to new data from the Pew Research Center, and this number will surely grow as generational shifts continue in the church. Read More

Transgender Education Policies Face Catholic Opposition in Canada, U.S.

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The Edmonton Catholic School Board initially passed a policy on LGBT students, the latest step in a heated debate which has led many to doubt the Board's abilities and Education Minister David Eggen to mandate professional facilitation. Read More