Two Plays Tackle Complexities of LGBTQ People’s Lives and Relationships
Two plays running in the U.S., "Bare" and "The Inheritance", are bringing LGBTQ stories to the stage. Read More
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Brazilian Priest Suspended from Ministry After Blessing Same-Gender Couple
A priest in Brazil has been suspended from ministry because he blessed a same-gender couple late last year. Read More
Paraguay’s Top Archbishop Says Church Cannot Ignore Reality of LGBTQ Families
Paraguay's top bishop has said all families, including LGBTQ ones, should be welcomed in the church and accompanied to live virtuously. Read More
Dismissed Gay Priest Wins Vatican Appeal
A gay priest dismissed from ministry after coming out has been reinstated by the Vatican, which reversed the dismissal on appeal due to lack of any clear charges or evidence. Read More
In LGBTQ Welcome, Bishop Introduces Gender-Neutral Language for Baptismal Certificates
The bishop charged with handling questions of canon law in France has encouraged his episcopal colleagues to use gender-neutral language on baptismal certificates in an effort to be more welcoming to LGBTQ parents. Read More
Brazil’s Bishops Silent After Violence Targeting Pro-LGBTQ Comedy Group; Other News Updates
Today's post features several news items on Catholic LGBTQ issues, including the silence of Brazil's bishops on recent violence, a U.S. ambassador's use of Pope Francis to criminalize anti-LGBTQ criminalization, and more. Read More
LGBTQ Dispute Leads Catholic Healthcare System to Withdraw Support for Local Theater
A Catholic hospital group withdrew its sponsorship of a theater in Sacramento, California in response to concerns that the health system discriminated against members of the LGBTQ community. Read More
German Cardinal, Key Bishop Endorse Church Blessings for LGBTQ Couples
Two leaders of the German Bishops' Conference have opined in support of church blessings for same-gender couples. Read More
Sale of Keith Haring Mural Ensures Continuation of LGBTQ-Friendly Parish
The Church of the Ascension in Manhattan has sold an iconic mural by the late artist Keith Haring for a whopping $3.9 million. Read More
A Prayer and Resolution for the New Year!
A happy and blessed new year to all from all at New Ways Ministry! Read More