Editorial: Missing the Message on Same-Sex Blessings
Pope Francis and the dicastery made it very clear—time and time again—throughout the document that a blessing is not the same as legitimizing a same-sex marriage.
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What If a Pope Becomes Comatose?
When I heard that Pope Francis was undergoing surgery requiring general anesthesia, I wondered who would be in charge of the Church while he was incapacitated.
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Global synod’s first-ever discussion of ‘LGBTQ+ people’ raises pastoral questions
(OSV News) — Those who minister to, or are part of, the community of people who identify as LGBTQ+ have observed a noted shift with respect to them and their concerns in the working document for the Catholic Church’s forthcoming ...
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Federal judge nixes Arkansas ban on gender reassignment procedures for minors
A federal judge struck down as unconstitutional an Arkansas ban on some surgeries or hormonal interventions for minors seeking gender reassignment June 20, the first ruling to overturn such a law as a growing number of states with Republican-led governments ...
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All are Welcome
Reflect There has been much debate about human sexuality, especially with regard to religious beliefs and practices. Instead of igniting a fiery and angry discussion, let’s all take a step back for a moment and remember that we’re talking about ...
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Pastor is one of first ‘priest companions’ for Eden Invitation LGBTQ+ outreach