Advice to Catholic Bishops: Follow Mormon Leaders' Example on Religious Freedom
The question of religious freedom has been a hot-button issue this past spring, fueled by... Read More
Rick Santorum Affirms Bruce Jenner's Coming Out, Revealing the Value of Sharing Stories
/1 Comment/in Arts, Books & Culture, Gender Identity, Politics & Human Rights /by Robert Shine, Managing Editor In an atypical remark, politician Rick Santorum, who is Catholic, spoke positively about Bruce Jenner's coming out last weekend though affirming his notorious anti-gay views. Is this a hopeful sign that conservative Catholics might welcome trans* people more readily? Read More
On Marriage Equality, Sweeping Changes Possible But Much Remains the Same for Catholics
/2 Comments/in Marriage & Family, New Ways Ministry, Politics & Human Rights /by Robert Shine, Managing EditorTomorrow's oral arguments heard by U.S. Supreme Court could be the pathway to a nationwide right for same-gender couples to marry, a decision that will likely be by Catholic Justice Anthony Kennedy's swing vote. Either way, much will after oral arguments are concluded and a decision is announced in several months, much will remain the same for Catholics.
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What Makes Catholic Justice Kennedy Advocate for Lesbian & Gay Equality?
/4 Comments/in Marriage & Family, Politics & Human Rights /by Francis DeBernardo, EditorOn Tuesday of this week, the U.S. Supreme Court will be hearing oral arguments in... Read More
Sacrificing Profits to Avoid Discrimination and Protect Religious Freedom
/4 Comments/in Politics & Human Rights, Schools & Youth /by Francis DeBernardo, EditorFor a person like myself who cherishes both religious freedom and LGBT equality, the recent... Read More
Did the Vatican Reject France's Openly Gay Ambassador?
/4 Comments/in Politics & Human Rights /by Robert Shine, Managing EditorDid Pope Francis reject an ambassador because he is an openly gay man? News reports that this is true are spreading quickly, but due caution is necessary before conclusions can be drawn. If true, however, this is a troubling sign for a pope who, so far, has a pretty good record on LGBT issues. Read More
Catholics Respond to Indiana's Controversial RFRA Law
/7 Comments/in Hierarchy, Politics & Human Rights /by Robert Shine, Managing EditorIn the days since Indiana passed its Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA), reactions to this "right to discriminate" law and similar bills have captured national attention. Below, Bondings 2.0 summarizes Catholic responses with links provided for further reading. Read More
Catholic Officials Appeal to Congress for Nullification of D.C. Human Rights Laws
/9 Comments/in Hierarchy, Politics & Human Rights /by Robert Shine, Managing EditorWith the support of Catholic officials, two Senators introduced legislation to repeal human rights amendments passed by the District of Columbia earlier this year, including one protective of LGBT student rights.
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On Religious Liberty and LGBT Rights, Catholics Must Pursue Third Way
/9 Comments/in Employment Issues, Politics & Human Rights /by Robert Shine, Managing EditorLegislative developments in Indiana and other states, as well as the District of Columbia, are seemingly pitting LGBT rights against religious liberty. This binary is, however, quite false and Catholics must pursue a third way which upholds justice for all people while respecting real religious liberty. Read More
Puerto Rico's Archbishop Calls for Referendum As Marriage Law Is Ignored
/1 Comment/in Arts, Books & Culture, Hierarchy, Marriage & Family, Politics & Human Rights /by Francis DeBernardo, EditorPuerto Rico will no longer uphold its defense of marriage law which only permits heterosexual... Read More
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