NEWS NOTES: Hopes and Controversies About the World Meeting of Families

There has been so much news and commentary concerning LGBT issues and the World Meeting... Read More

Listening to Catholic LGBT Voices from Africa

Here in the United States, there have been many requests and petitions for Catholic LGBT... Read More

The Ups and Downs and Ups of a Parents' Support Group

Today’s post is by guest blogger Paula Mattras, a 77-year old grandmother from Fort Myers, Florida,... Read More

Trans* Advocacy Happening Among Some Traditionally-Inclined Catholics

Transgender topics are increasingly being discussed in Catholic circles, including in more traditional members of the church.... Read More

New Ways Ministry Congratulates St. Mary’s Academy on Adoption of Employment Non-Discrimination Policy

The following is the statement of Francis DeBernardo, Executive Director, New Ways Ministry, in response... Read More

Springfield Diocese Sets Restrictive Expectations for Parents of Catholic School Children

A same-gender couple’s attempt to register their child in a Catholic school in the diocese... Read More

What Would You Say to Pope Francis about LGBT Issues in the Church?

A few months back, the Jesuit-weekly America asked high-profile Catholics ranging from Stephen Colbert to James Keenan what they would say to Pope Francis if they were afforded five minutes with the pontiff. Read More

In Australia: Rainbow Colors Celebrate Acceptance, Pride, and Faith

Today’s post is written by a guest blogger:  Tim Smyth, of Sydney, Australia. Six banners,... Read More

Rankings Omit Catholic Colleges from LGBT-Friendly List, But Also Fail to Tell Full Story

College classes are still a few weeks away, but the Princeton Review’s annual rankings of... Read More

On Resisting Passivity: Charleston, Laudato Si', and LGBT People

Today’s post is from guest blogger, Dr. Jerry Fath, whose bio can be read at... Read More