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Vatican welcomes straight-acting, celibate gay priests in training...for now

The church also declares LGBTQ+ folks exist "in a situation that seriously hinders a correct relationship with men and women."

Antigay Cardinal Admits Inappropriate Sexual Conduct

Cardinal Keith O'Brien, who has been accused of inappropriate conduct with four men, today admitted his behavior 'has fallen below the standards' expected of him.

Italian Escort Compiles List of Gay Priests; Cardinal Sends to Vatican

The escort, who gathered social media messages from priests seeking gay sex, said he was tired of hypocrisy.

Anti-LGBTQ+ Priest Accused of Sexual Abuse to Cure Homosexuality

Allegations of homophobic priest Tony Anatrella sexually abusing men have been around for decades. 

Op-ed: The Gay Rights Movement, Gay Bars, and the Church

All of the hypocrisy that led me to finally leave the Catholic Church.

To the Catholic Church, All I Am Is Sin

Pope Francis cannot take away the dignity of gay Catholics, Benjamin Brenkert writes. 

Wingnut Bill Donohue Blames Gays for Catholic Church Abuse Scandal

Naturally, Donohue ignores science in casting gays as predators.

Survivor: Vatican

Under Pope Benedict XVI, the Roman Catholic Church is jumping at the chance to drive gay priests from its ranks. The move continues to divide the church

Evangelical Lutheran Church Elects First Openly Gay Bishop

Guy Erwin is also the denomination's first Native American bishop.

Former Catholic Official and Ally of Kim Davis Says the Pope Hid Abuse

A former church official says the pope knew a cardinal was allegedly abusing boys -- but some say the accusation is rooted in homophobia.

Vatican's tolerance of gay priests moves toward strict oversight

For more than four decades the Roman Catholic Church has followed its rules concerning gay priests while recognizing the reality of their presence. But the Vatican--as far back as 1961--has made it clear they are not wanted.

There's Still Room for LGBTQ+ Catholics and Allies

Instead of trying in vain to change the Roman Catholic Church, it's possible to find one's own spiritual path.

Minn. Archbishop Won't Resign, Denies Abuse Allegations

Archbishop John Nienstedt, an activist against marriage equality, is defending himself against charges that he engaged in sexual misconduct and covered up abuse by others.

Antigay Minn. Archbishop Accused of Same-Sex Advances

Twin Cities Catholic archbishop John Nienstedt, whose career has been marked by condemnations of homosexuality, is the subject of a church investigation.

Pope Francis Again Cautions Against Admitting Gays to Priesthood

The news comes shortly after the pope reportedly told a gay man, "God made you like this and loves you like this."