LGBT Catholics: Owning OurF aith seeks to open hearts
and remind all of us that God works through love.
In November 2014, several LGBT Catholics from the Church of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City launched a project concerning the relationship between the Catholic Church and people of sexual and gender minorities. The goals of this project are to foster dialogue about and encourage greater inclusion and acceptance of LGBT people in the Church. In October 2014, Pope Francis convened a synod of bishops to discuss issues of the family within the Catholic Church, including the topic of homosexuality. The Pope has encouraged ongoing conversation on these topics in preparation for the Ordinary Synod on the Family, set to take place in October 2015.
We want our stories to be a part of the discussion because LGBT people have unique gifts to contribute to the life of the Church.
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At the heart of Ignatian accompaniment lies the art of deep listening, discernment, and reverence
for each person’s unique identity and inherent dignity.
Beneath the soaring dome of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Toronto, a group has been quietly pioneering a path of compassion and understanding for over a decade. Drawing inspiration from the time-tested teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola, their mission incorporates many of the values of Ignatian accompaniment. Fundamentally, they aim to offer spiritual support to LGBTQ+ Catholics and allies while nurturing a more inclusive and compassionate Church.
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"Building a Bridge: How the Catholic Church and the LGBT Community Can Enter into a Relationship of Respect, Compassion, and Sensitivity" by James Martin, SJ