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Many Agree “Fiducia Supplicans” Is an Evangelizing Text—But to What End?

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How will the implementation of Fiducia Supplicans, the Vatican declaration allowing priests to bless same-gender couples, shape new contours to pastoral care? Many commentators agree that the document has an evangelical aim, however, their views about the evangelizing methods point in two different directions. Read More

Bishop John Stowe Acknowledges “Particularly Hard Year” As Pride Begins; And More News

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Today's post contains news about a Pride message sent out by Bishop John Stowe, new writings by LGBTQ+ Catholics, and more. Read More

What is a Queer Catholic Sexual Ethic: Eve Tushnet, Tenderness, and Queer Sex

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I have to begin by admitting my bias. I am not a big fan of Tushnet. But I see some complications in Tushnet’s position that fill me with tenderness, even as I know we will continue to radically disagree on what constitutes a Catholic sexual ethic. Read More

LGBTQ Catholics’ Reactions to Pope Francis’ Support for Civil Unions Are Mixed Bag

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Today's post highlights the voices of LGBTQ Catholics, who have had mixed reactions to the pope's words, with almost everyone agreeing that Francis needs to go further. Excerpts are provided here, but you can use the links to read further. Read More

Lesbian Catholic Reviews Fr. James Martin’s New Book on LGBT Issues

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As Jesuit Father James Martin launches his new book, Building a Bridge: How the Catholic Church... Read More

Just How Controversial Are Celibate Gay and Lesbian People?

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This past Sunday, The Washington Post printed a story about the growing movement of celibate lesbian... Read More

Radio Series Explores LGBT Issues from a Range of Religious Traditions

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A unique and comprehensive series on a public radio program is exploring LGBT issues from... Read More