The visibility of Catholic youth at these events is crucial: "Youth organization work shows that things can be different." Read More
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The guidelines are intended to offer practical advice for pastoral ministers as they impart blessings to ". . . couples of all gender identities and sexual orientations. . . " Read More
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"The testimony of queer believers is needed on the way to a truly inclusive church ‘for all.’" Read More
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"It is frightening to see the prejudices against queer lifestyles that are emerging among schoolchildren again.” Read More
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"We have come a long way–too far for some, not far enough for others, too late for many." Read More
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"As Christians, we want to be able to give all people a home, which is why it is so important that there are these safe spaces for queer people in our churches,” says one German Catholic, Manuel Rios Juarez. He and two fellow pastoral workers were recently designated as contact persons for queer-sensitive pastoral care in the Diocese of Hildesheim. Read More
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Perhaps queer couples seeking these blessings are called to prophetically remind everyone of what all meaningful human relationships are about. Read More
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Today's post details a more extensive interview that nonbinary Catholic Mara Klein gave about the German church's synodal work, their place in the church, and how to advance LGBTQ+ reforms. Read More
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In Germany, a nonbinary Catholic and a bishop offered a joint homily as part of meetings for the country's ongoing synodal process. Today's post includes this news and more developments from the German church. Read More
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