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Authors of Book on Lesbian and Queer Nuns Speak Out in New Interview

January 28, 2021/0 Comments/in Arts, Books & Culture, LGBTQ Clergy & Religious, New Ways Ministry, Personal Stories /by Angela Howard-McParland

Authors from New Ways Ministry's new book on lesbian and queer women religious share their stories of coming out, the spiritual life, community, and more. Read More

The Podcast “De Pueblo, Católico y Gay” Explores Stories of Latinx LGBTQ Folk

January 23, 2021/0 Comments/in Arts, Books & Culture, Personal Stories /by Mac Svolos

Reconciling his faith and sexuality was a long journey for Eder Díaz Santillan, but today, he has found connection and helped others to do the same through a podcast sharing stories from Latinx LGBTQ Catholics. Read More

Activist Jamie Manson On Why the Suffering of LGBTQ People and Women Keeps Her Going

January 2, 2021/2 Comments/in Personal Stories /by Robert Shine, Managing Editor

Queer Catholic activist Jamie Manson recently shared about why she stays in the struggle for greater justice and equality in the church, even when it can be trying to do so at times. Read More

The Holy Family: It’s Complicated

December 27, 2020/5 Comments/in Scriptural Reflections /by Brian Flanagan

Despite the depictions on countless greeting cards and stained glass windows, Mary, Joseph, and Jesus did not truly resemble a stereotypical modern, white, suburban family. Read More

Australian Bishops State Their Opposition to Proposed Law Banning Conversion Therapy

December 23, 2020/2 Comments/in Healthcare, Hierarchy, Politics & Human Rights /by Madeline Foley

A bill to ban conversion therapy in Australia has stirred up controversy, with some religious leaders arguing that the proposed law limits religious freedom and other leaders arguing it offers strong protections for LGBTQ persons. Read More

In Review, Catholic Magazine Lauds “Schitt’s Creek’s” Positive Portrayal of Queer Love

November 14, 2020/0 Comments/in Arts, Books & Culture, Marriage & Family /by Madeline Foley

America magazine’s review of the television show “Schitt’s Creek” notably included a glowing discussion of the show’s positive portrayal of queer relationships. Read More

As the Church Debates, Wisdom Makes Her Rounds

November 8, 2020/1 Comment/in Scriptural Reflections /by Kevin Molloy

In placing all my trust in one man, even if that man is the pope, I missed God. Read More

Fulton Case Before SCOTUS Could Be “Crushing Blow” to LGBTQ Rights

November 4, 2020/0 Comments/in Healthcare, Marriage & Family, Politics & Human Rights, Religious Liberty, Schools & Youth /by Robert Shine, Managing Editor

Regardless of the U.S. election's outcome, LGBTQ equal rights will remain under attack because "the Supreme Court and the federal judiciary now pose a serious threat to our most basic freedoms," wrote Jamie Manson, the new president of Catholics for Choice. Read More

New Ways Ministry Praises Pope’s Support for Civil Unions, Seeks Same Recognition in Church

October 21, 2020/11 Comments/in Hierarchy, Marriage & Family, New Ways Ministry, Politics & Human Rights, Pope Francis, Uncategorized /by Robert Shine, Managing Editor

The following is a statement from Francis DeBernardo, New Ways Ministry’s Executive Director, in response to Pope Francis announcing for the first time as pope his support for civil unions that recognize same-gender couples. Read More

Celebrating GLAAD’s 2020 Spirit Day: Reflections from Working in a Catholic High School

October 15, 2020/0 Comments/in Parish Life & Pastoral Care, Schools & Youth /by Brian Kaufman

Today, we celebrate GLAAD’s annual Spirit Day, a worldwide initiative to support LGBTQ youth who experience disproportionate amounts of bullying, harassment, and prejudice based on who they are and who they love. Read More

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