Pope Francis’ Support of Civil Unions Is Part of a Growing Trend in Catholic Church

News reports that Pope Francis supported civil unions as a compromise strategy when he was... Read More

Anti-LGBT Remarks in Malawi and Cameroon a Warning Sign as Conclave Approaches

As speculation about a possible African pope continues in Rome, news from Malawi and Cameroon... Read More

Benedict’s Embattled Legacy on LGBT Issues

Pope Benedict XVI’s legacy will be fiercely debated in the weeks leading up to his... Read More

Irish Priest’s Refusal to Be Silenced Is a Beacon of Hope for Church Renewal

  As I see it, one of the greatest hindrances to progress on LGBT issues... Read More

Tireless Catholic Advocate Works for Marriage Equality in Maryland

As the campaign for marriage equality in Maryland winds down, there is layman whose enthusiasm... Read More

Marriage Debate In Minnesota Creates Conflicts for Catholics

In Minnesota, the debate over a proposed constitutional amendment to ban marriage equality has Catholics... Read More

"Choosing My Religion" Segment Features New Ways Ministry

Francis DeBernardo, Executive Director of New Ways Ministry, participated in a conversation titled “Choosing My... Read More

Following the Courage of Her Convictions to a New Parish

Debbie Regala’s story is remarkable not because it is unique, but, I suspect, because it... Read More

Convention Speeches by Catholics Spark Controversy

Prominent Catholics took to the podiums at both the Republican National Convention (RNC) and the... Read More

Catholic School Board in Canada Allows Gay-Straight Alliances

The Windsor-Essex Catholic School Board, Ontario, Canada, has relented and agreed to allow gay-straight alliances... Read More