Exuberant Praise for Pope Francis from One Bishop, But from Others, Not So Much

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Bishops worldwide, as well as a top official with the Archdiocese of New York, have publicly criticized Pope Francis for his support of civil unions that recognize same-gender couples, though a few exceptions exist. Read More

LGBTQ and Catholic Advocates Worldwide Praise Pope Francis’ Support for Civil Unions

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LGBTQ advocates are praising Pope Francis for his most recent statement in support of civil unions recognizing same-gender couples. Read More

The Good and the Bad of Pope Francis’ Support for Civil Unions

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Theologian Lisa Fullam writes, "Pope Francis’ recent statement supporting civil unions for lesbian and gay couples is, I think, good news and bad news." Read More

In New Film, Pope Francis Declares Support for Civil Unions to Protect LGBTQ Families

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In a new film, Pope Francis has announced that he supports civil unions for same-gender couples, a statement that one Catholic LGBTQ group called an "historic moment" in the life of the church. Read More

German Priest Ready to Bless Same-Gender Couples, Calls Catechism “Embarrassing”

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A priest tasked with diocesan ministry to lesbian and gay people has said he would happily bless same-gender couples if he was asked, adding that the Catechism's statements on homosexuality are "embarrassing." Read More

Franciscan Theologian Challenges the Hypocrisy in New Papal Encyclical “Fratelli Tutti”

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Franciscan Sr. Ilia Delio identifies a key failing in Pope Francis' new encyclical, "Fratelli Tutti," namely the church's own hypocrisy on how it seeks justice while oppressing LGBTQ and others. Read More

In Homily, German Priests Calls for Church Blessings for Same-Gender Couples

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A priest in Germany harshly criticized the church’s refusal to ordain women and gay men, as well as its unwillingness to bless same-gender couples, calling some Catholics “bouncers” for their exclusionary attitudes. Read More

Transgender Woman Among Catholic Feminists Applying for Church Offices Reserved to Men

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A transgender woman was part of a group of eight women who recently applied to fill roles in Catholic ministries that are currently reserved for men. The group, called Toutes Apôtres! (All Apostles!) is part of a new wave of French Catholic feminism. Read More

Is the Courage Model Appropriate as LGBTQ Ministry?

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Is a support group for celibacy, like Courage, a model appropriate for all who wish to deepen their commitment, grow in virtue, and serve the Church? Read More

Sr. Jeannine Gramick Says Fr. Tony Flannery’s Refusal to Sign Vatican Oaths Shows “Real Love” for Church

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In today's post from Sr. Jeannine Gramick, she writes about how Fr. Tony Flannery's refusal to sign Vatican oaths on women's leadership and on LGBTQ equality actually "shows a real love for this Church." Read More