Archdiocese of New York Archives

Dear Bishops: Imitate Jesus’ Open Welcome

March 11, 2024/6 Comments/in Gender Identity, Hierarchy, Marriage & Family, Parish Life & Pastoral Care, Theology & Church Teaching /by Lisa Fullam

What’s a bishop to do? Clearly these are difficult situations for them. Perhaps I can offer some thoughts on how to approach incidents like this. So, ahem, here goes. Read More

Cardinal Dolan Condemns Funeral Celebrating Transgender Advocate

March 9, 2024/5 Comments/in Gender Identity, Hierarchy, Parish Life & Pastoral Care, Politics & Human Rights, Uncategorized /by Robert Shine, Managing Editor

New York's top prelate has condemned a funeral celebrated for a transgender woman that was held at the city's St. Patrick Cathedral, a condemnation that prompted pushback from the deceased's family and LGBTQ+ advocates. Read More

Catholic School Faces Complaint After Bisexual Student Dies by Suicide; And More News

April 22, 2023/2 Comments/in Employment Issues, Marriage & Family, Parish Life & Pastoral Care, Schools & Youth, Uncategorized /by Robert Shine, Managing Editor

Today's post includes news about a Catholic school facing a bullying complaint, a German bishop's positive outreach, and Nebraska bishops' opposition to non-discrimination protections. Read More