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In new book on clergy and religious life, Pope Francis addresses homosexuality
In a book-length interview to be published next week, Pope Francis addressed gifts and challenges for clerical and religious vocations,... Read more
Clergy sex abuse on the rise again, and Church leaders are ignoring why, sociologist says
After years in decline, Catholic clergy sex abuse could be on the rise again, warns a professor-priest’s analysis of relevant... Read more
Bishop Morlino: 'Homosexual subculture' is source of 'devastation' in the Church
In response to recent sexual abuse crises, the Bishop of Madison, Wisconsin, has said that the Catholic Church must renew... Read more
Report: Pope Francis affirms Church practice against admitting gay men to seminary
In a closed-door speech to Italian bishops on Monday, Pope Francis reportedly spoke about the number and quality of seminary... Read more
‘The most welcoming place’ - How the Church can reach out to the LGBT community
Daniel Mattson is accustomed to talking about same-sex attraction. He’s written a book on the subject, and he speaks to... Read more
Could a California bill ban Christian teaching on homosexuality?
A proposed law in California could have a chilling effect on free speech, warn critics who fear that it could... Read more
Updated: Cardinal Marx discusses blessings for same-sex couples
The president of the German Bishops’ Conference has said that, in his view, "there are no general solutions" regarding the... Read more
What does it look like to be gay – and a practicing Catholic?
More than 10 years ago, Joseph Prever found himself scouring the internet for anything that might help him: he was... Read more
Newark archdiocese defends welcoming of LGBT pilgrimage
Last month Cardinal Joseph Tobin of Newark welcomed a pilgrimage of self-identified LGBT pilgrims, with an archdiocesan spokesman saying it... Read more
Courage apostolate participates in Mexican bishops' meeting
Four representatives from Courage International, Inc. – a Catholic ministry which supports those who experience homosexual inclinations in choosing chastity... Read more
Can you teach the truth and not be a hater? This ministry for gay Catholics says yes.
In a country where gay marriage has gained widespread acceptance – both culturally and legally – in the past several... Read more
Catholic event aims to answer 'challenging' sexuality questions with charity
A Catholic-run conference aims to help clergy, lay ministers, and medical and mental health professionals provide better support for people... Read more
How to understand Pope Francis' 'apology' to the gay community
As Pope Francis on Sunday backed the idea of apologizing to gay individuals who may feel marginalized by the Church,... Read more
Pope Francis says Church must accompany gays, not discriminate
In a wide-ranging inflight press conference on his way back from Armenia on Sunday, Pope Francis responded to a question... Read more
'Hate crime' case against Valencia archbishop thrown out
A judge in Spain has thrown out a “hate crime” case concerning Cardinal Antonio Cañizares of Valencia, Spain, ruling that... Read more
Why choose celibacy? A gay Catholic speaks out
More than 10 years ago, Joseph Prever found himself scouring the internet for anything that might help him: he was... Read more
Gay Catholic to Synod: Please protect teaching on homosexuality
With the pastoral care of homosexual persons on the agenda of the Synod on the Family, one man with same-sex... Read more
Why three gay Catholics left the Church – and why they returned
Dan, Rilene and Paul knew that once their stories were out, life would not be the same. Read more
Ahead of the synod, LGBT activists lobby bishops. Here's what they want.
As the Synod on the Family approaches, a well-funded LGBT activist coalition is lobbying bishops to revive controversial language from... Read more
This event hopes to bring the voice of chaste, gay Catholics to the Synod
An upcoming international conference in Rome is hoping to give a face to those with same-sex attrac-tion living in accord... Read more
