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What the Synod on Synodality’s Continental Reports Say about LGBTQ+ Issues: Part I

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The Continental Stage of the Synod on Synodality has now concluded following regional assemblies this spring. With its conclusion come reports from the assemblies. Today's post features a round up of areas in these reports that name LGBTQ+ issues from Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East. Read More

Finding Sanctuary in Queer Holy Families When the Church Falls Short

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Remember that the Holy Family themselves were not the standard or “normal” family either. Read More

“Welcome. Sit Next to Me.”

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We are also called to a radical welcome. A welcome that does not ask someone to change or leave parts of themselves at the door before they can walk in, but one that simply says, “welcome, sit next me.” Read More

Br. Mickey McGrath’s Latest Art Features Archbishop’s Welcome to Transgender Catholics

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A new piece of art from Br. Michael O’Neill McGrath, OSFS, has beautifully depicted the supportive words for transgender Catholics that Washington D.C. archbishop Wilton Gregory shared last summer. Read More

Catholic University in Houston Cautiously Embraces LGBTQ Events

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The University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, has approved funding for two LGBTQ-focused events on campus for the coming school year. Read More

NEWS NOTES: Bishops Recognize TDOR; Catholics Join Anti-Criminalization Work; and More

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Today's post features short news notes including the English bishops' support for Transgender Day of Remembrance, Catholic leaders involvement in anti-criminalization efforts, a petition supporting fired church worker Keith Kozak, and more. Read More

Convert Shares Why LGBT Pride Celebrations Are the Reason She Became Catholic

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Though they often do not make headlines, parish LGBT ministries are one of the most important ways that Catholics are living into the inclusive and just church which they seek. One writer recently shared how such a parish ministry helped her become Catholic, and there is similar work being undertaken across the U.S. Read More

Papal Advisor Calls for Church to Welcome LGBT Christians First as Baptized Christians

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LGBT Christians must be welcomed fully into the church, said an Italian bishop, because what matters first is their identity as Christians who are wholly part of the baptized faithful. Read More

Fr. Bryan Massingale: Catholics Should Expect “Messy Period” on LGBT Inclusion

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A leading theologian and priest has said the Catholic Church should expect a "messy period" when it comes to LGBT inclusion, a period similar to that experienced in other Christian denominations as they moved to become more affirming. Read More

Scottish Parish Announces “All Gay Catholics Are Accepted and Welcomed”

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A Catholic parish in Scotland made a splash on social media recently when it posted... Read More