Same-sex Attraction

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Daniel Mattson.

‘The most welcoming place’ - How the Church can reach out to the LGBT community

May 23, 2018

By Elise Harris

Daniel Mattson is accustomed to talking about same-sex attraction. He’s written a book on the subject, and he speaks to... Read more

Rainbow Flag.

Can you teach the truth and not be a hater? This ministry for gay Catholics says yes.

Jan 13, 2017

By Mary Farrow

In a country where gay marriage has gained widespread acceptance – both culturally and legally – in the past several... Read more

Courage to host event on pastoral approach to sexual identity

Dec 16, 2016

Courage International will team with the Phoenix diocese in the new year to host an event addressing same-sex attraction and... Read more

Mercy, peace, joy to be focus of Courage apostolate's 2016 conference

May 3, 2016

By Kevin J. Jones

The Courage apostolate to those with same-sex attraction will hold its 29th annual conference this July at the Catholic University... Read more

Why three gay Catholics left the Church – and why they returned

Oct 15, 2015

By Mary Farrow

Dan, Rilene and Paul knew that once their stories were out, life would not be the same.  Read more

Woman praying in Milan, Aug. 21, 2007.

How should the Church care for same-sex attracted people?

Oct 7, 2014

By Ann Schneible

In what ways can the Church provide pastoral care for men and women of same-sex attraction that is compassionate and... Read more

Film: People with same-sex attraction find peace in Church

Jul 25, 2014

By Mary Farrow

The three subjects of a new documentary, "Desire of the Everlasting Hills", have shared their stories of having same-sex attraction,... Read more

The Third Way movie.

New film illuminates Catholic view on same-sex attraction

May 11, 2014

By Kevin J. Jones

Catholics with same-sex attraction talk about their personal struggles and the comfort they find in Church teaching in a new... Read more

Courage conference to support Catholics with same-sex attractions

May 1, 2014

The Courage apostolate will hold a conference at Villanova University this July to continue advancing its spiritual support for men... Read more

Father Paul Check speaks to CNA in Rome on Jan. 25, 2014.

Courage head sees Christ in Pope's 'non-judgment' remarks

Feb 11, 2014

As many look for signs of change in Pope Francis' comments on people with same-sex attraction, the leader of a... Read more

Courage conference to minister to those with same-sex attraction

Jul 2, 2013

By Kevin J. Jones

The Courage apostolate's upcoming annual conference seeks to strengthen the faith, and the confidence in Christ of Catholics who have... Read more

Boy Scouts of America salute the flag during the 2010 National Scout Jamboree on Fort AP Hill, Va. DoD photo by Cherie Cullen.

Human dignity, Church teaching emphasized amid Boy Scout decision

May 26, 2013

By Adelaide Mena

Responding to the Boy Scouts’ decision to allow openly gay members, U.S. Catholic Scouting groups called for loving respect towards... Read more

Bill May of Catholics for the Common Good.

Calif. gay therapy law erodes parental rights, critics charge

Oct 3, 2012

By Carl Bunderson

Pro-family and parental rights groups are saying a new California law banning therapy for minors who struggle with same-sex attraction... Read more