LGBTQ

A woman is pictured in a file photo holding rainbow flags for the grand entry at the International Gay Rodeo Association's Rodeo In the Rock event in Little Rock, Ark. A federal judge June 20, 2023, struck down an Arkansas ban on some transgender surgeries or hormonal interventions for minors as unconstitutional. (OSV News photo/Lucy Nicholson, Reuters)

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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TV Review: Casa Susanna

Be it film, literature, theater, television, or politics: Cross-dressing or other forms of gender nonconformity have been embedded in our history since time began.
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Participants attend the annual Gay Pride parade in Nicosia, Cyprus, Sept. 25, 2022. Pope Francis has evoked both praise and protest for his outreach to LGBTQ persons during his decade-long papacy, as he has offered warmth and welcome while upholding the Catholic Church's teaching on human sexuality, said individuals interviewed by OSV News. (OSV News photo/Yiannis Kourtoglou, Reuters)

Praise, protest for Pope Francis’ outreach to LGBTQ persons

Pope Francis has evoked both praise and protest for his outreach to LGBTQ persons during his decade-long papacy, as he has offered warmth and welcome while upholding the Catholic Church's teaching on human sexuality.
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Walking with the LGBTQ Community: An Interview with Jim Martin, SJ

Someone you love has come out as LGBTQ. Jim Martin, SJ, offers ways to respond with love, respect, and compassion.
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Father James Martin, SJ

To Build a Bridge: An Interview with James Martin, SJ

Should the Church welcome LGBT members? “What would Jesus do?” asks this popular author and Jesuit priest.
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