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New leader of LGBTQ+ Catholic group seeks to help the queer faithful find a welcoming home

Michael O'Loughlin is the new executive director of Outreach, which highlights welcoming spaces within the church while working to create more.

Jesus Would Go to Jail for Rejecting Same-Sex Unions, Says Conservative Cardinal

But did he really reject them? Some Catholics and other Christians say definitely not.

Pope Shows 'Care for LGBT People' in Meeting With Rev. James Martin

Martin says Pope Francis obviously cares about LGBTQ Catholics.

Vatican Appointee: Some Catholic Saints Were 'Probably Gay'

Fr. James Martin responded to an antigay Facebook comment with an open-minded history lesson.

'Building a Bridge' Between Catholic Church and LGBTQ+ Community

Is the gulf unbridgeable? Father James Martin and the filmmakers behind a new documentary don't think so.

Pope Francis to LGBTQ+ Catholics: God Does Not Disown You

The pope commented on LGBTQ+ people and the church in response to a letter from Father James Martin, an LGBTQ-supportive priest.

This Priest Is Building a Bridge Between the Catholic Church and LGBT People

Rev. James Martin's new book explores how LGBT Catholics and the church can find common ground.

Pro-LGBTQ Priest to Speak at Pope's Event, Despite Opposition

Anti-LGBTQ Catholic groups urged the organizers of World Meeting of Families to disinvite Fr. James Martin for his pro-LGBTQ views.

Cardinal and Reverend in War of Words Over LGBT Inclusion

Cardinal Robert Sarah, who has previously said "gender ideology and ISIS" are both major threats to the family, didn't care for Rev. James Martin's Building a Bridge.

Who was James Baldwin? A look at the Black gay writer and civil rights activist's life and legacy

James Baldwin's work remains relevant today, on what would have been his one-hundredth birthday.

Catholic Priest: Church Must Love Gays

A prominent Catholic priest challenges the church on its attitude toward LGBT people.

LGBTQ-Friendly Cleric Named Cardinal; Far-Right Catholics Appalled

Archbishop Matteo Zuppi has endorsed moderate, gradual moves toward LGBTQ acceptance in the church, but right-wingers say he's gone too far. 

Catholic Diocese Says LGBTQ+ People Are Not Allowed Sacraments

They can only be baptized, confirmed, or receive communion if they have "repented."

Pope Francis Warns of ‘Culture of Hate’ Targeting LGBTQ People

Francis compared anti-LGBTQ government leaders to Hitler.

San Jose Catholic Bishop Welcomes LGBT People to Receive Sacraments

Bishop Patrick Joseph McGrath's directive provides a stark contrast to one issued by a bishop in Illinois.

Gay Staffer at San Diego Catholic Parish Stalked by Hate

Antigay graffiti painted on an office wall over the weekend was just the latest incident of harassment against Aaron Bianco.

Anonymous Gay Priest Comes Out In Book

A priest who was initially the anonymous author on a book about being a gay man of the cloth has come out after the book has been reprinted.

5 James Baldwin Quotes Foreshadowing Ferguson

Several pundits and publications have referenced the gay and black writer, whose words remain relevant in describing race issues in America.

Full-Page USA Today Ad Blasts Trump's Trans Military Ban

The message makes clear how many prominent lawmakers and military leaders oppose the hastily announced ban.