Filipino Bishops Reverse Position on LGBT Non-Discrimination Bill

In a reversal, bishops in the Philippines endorsed LGBT non-discrimination legislation with few reservations.  Read More

Dublin Archbishop: I'm No Expert on Family; Anti-Gay Groups' Language is "Obnoxious"

Archbishop Diarmuid Martin of Dublin displayed a humility rarely seen by someone of his office, admitting last week he knew little of family life's realities today. He also criticized the language used by anti-marriage equality campaigners in Ireland, saying plural societies must respect gay and lesbian people.  Read More

Peruvian Archbishop's Apology for Anti-Gay Slur Makes Thing Worse

Today is the last day to answer our ten-second poll on Pope Francis’ LGBT record... Read More

St. Patrick's Day Parades Increasingly Inclusive, But Still Controversial

If you haven’t already done so, please answer our ten-second poll on Pope Francis’ LGBT... Read More

St. Patrick's Day Parades in NY and Boston Remain Controversial on LGBT Issues

Since St. Patrick’s Day Parade organizers in Boston and New York City had both announced last... Read More

LGBT Groups, Politicians Criticize NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade for Lack of Irish Identity

LGBT and political leaders are again criticizing New York City's St. Patrick's Day parade for its handling openly gay contingents. Read More

Kentucky Catholic Priests Urge Faithful to Demand LGBT Rights Protections

Priests in Kentucky are calling on Catholics to organize for a statewide Fairness Law this weekend, adding their voices to broader efforts for LGBT non-discrimination protections in that state. Read More

Pope's Influence Fails to Move Slovaks to Oppose Marriage & Adoption Equality

Even with the endorsement of Pope Francis, a referendum to ban same-gender marriage and adoption... Read More

Ireland's "Gay Moment" as Marriage Referendum and Ban on Employment Discrimination Approach

As Ireland's referendum on same-gender marriage approaches this spring, LGBT issues are making headlines nationwide in what one columnist calls 'Ireland's gay moment.' Irish legislators are also considering a bill regarding family law for same-gender couples, separate from marriage rights, and a review of the country's ban on gay blood donors. The following are recent developments with links provided for further reading. Read More