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Bishop Chastises Leaders of ‘Atonement’ Prayer Service Opposing LGBTQ+ Pilgrims

"There is no need for reparations for queer believers. True reparations lie ahead for the Church itself—for the wounds it has inflicted on queer people over decades." Read More

Two German Bishops Strongly Criticize Church’s Negative Approach to LGBTQ+ Issues

"I find it difficult when, with regard to the issue of gender, the immediate response is: That's ideology." Read More

German Auxiliary Bishop Chastises Cardinal for LGBTQ-Negative Comments

"It is time for the Church to reflect on what is essential: the dignity of every individual and the love that transcends all boundaries." Read More

German Bishop Critiques U.S. President’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Policy

"Every attack on the rights of queer people threatens the rights of all people who do not conform to the narrow ideas of how one should look and behave." Read More

As Society Moves Toward the Right, Catholic Leaders Work for Better LGBTQ+ Ministry

"It is frightening to see the prejudices against queer lifestyles that are emerging among schoolchildren again.” Read More

Queer Pastoral Care Network Established in Munich-Freising

The Archdiocese of Munich-Freising is taking necessary steps in supporting and including queer people into Catholic life. Read More

German Bishops Appoint New National Commissioner for LGBTQ+ Pastoral Care

In the German church's latest move for LGBTQ+ inclusion, the country's bishops' conference has appointed a prelate to lead queer pastoral care efforts. Read More

German Bishop Attends Inclusive Blessings Service as Part of #LoveWins Campaign

A German bishop was among attendees at blessings services held in Germany this month as part of a campaign to have the church formally recognize LGBTQ couples. Read More

German Bishop Issues Written Commitment Not to Fire LGBTQ Church Workers

A German bishop has issued a written commitment that church workers will not be fired because they are LGBTQ. Today's post includes this story and other updates from Germany. Read More