In Interview, Bishop John Stowe Endorses Legal Protections for LGBTQ Couples
A leading U.S. bishop has included in a wider call for social justice his support for LGBTQ couples receiving legal protections. Read More
Archbishop Gomez Implicitly Condemns LGBTQ Movement as “Pseudo-Religion”
The head of the U.S. bishops' conference has described contemporary social justice movements as "pseudo-religions," potentially setting the tone for the bishops' meeting later this month. Read More
Queer Catholic Theologians of Color Gather for Ground-Breaking Dialogue
Scholars at a U.S. university gathered queer Catholic theologians and advocates of color for a dialogue to focus on the intersections of their experiences, including LGBTQ identities. Read More
Top Jesuit Superior Praises Brazilian Priests’s Book on LGBTQ Theology
The world's top Jesuit has praised a member of the religious order for his book on LGBTQ theology, saying the book has "many merits." Read More
Amoris Laetitia: A Beta Test for Synodality
I see four lessons from AL that can prepare LGBTQ Catholics for the coming worldwide synodal process. Read More
As Australia’s Plenary Council Meets, the Role of LGBTQ People Is in Question
While Germany's Synodal Way has garnered many headlines, another experiment in synodality is underway in Australia that could have major implications. The question for many LGBTQ Catholics is whether their participation will be welcome and what change might come about as a result of this process. Read More
As Synodal Process Begins, Will LGBTQ People Be Included In The Church’s Listening?
In his homily opening the the synodal process today, Pope Francis asked: "Are we good at listening?" Read More
In Germany, Synodal Way Approves Text that Seeks Blessings for LGBTQ Couples
German Catholics took their next steps in the Synodal Way with the second assembly last weekend that included approval of a text which speaks positively about LGBTQ people and calls for the church to bless their relationships. Read More
Queerness Is Integral to Catholic Discussions of Family and Amoris Laetitia
Queerness needs to be urgently centered and made visible as we listen and learn from the body of Christ. Read More
Theologian Criticizes U.S. Bishops’ Theology of Scandal In Light of LGBTQ Adoption Case
The hierarchy’s understanding of “scandal” helps them to justify anti-LGBTQ discrimination, a position with which Dr. Craig Ford disagrees and then turns the table on scandal. Read More