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Outreach Original Archbishop Gherardo Gambelli / May 27, 2026

Archbishop of Florence to LGBTQ Catholics: The church should be a “home for everyone”

Archbishop Gherardo Gambelli of Flroence reflects on God’s love for LGBTQ Catholics, calling the Church to reject exclusion and become “a home for everyone” during a prayer vigil against homotransphobia in Florence.

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James Alison / May 26, 2026

James Alison: The Cross, LGBTQ people and dangerous interpretations

Drawing on Scripture and Catholic theology, theologian James Alison reflects on LGBTQ identity, conscience and the meaning of carrying the cross

Gospel Reflection
Ariell Watson Simon / May 22, 2026

Pentecost: When the Holy Spirit speaks my language

A reflection at Pentecost on God’s gifts of love and relationship that envelope LGBTQ Catholics.

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Bishop Vincenzo Viva / May 19, 2026

Italian bishop to LGBTQ people: I speak not of “welcoming” but of “recognition and full integration.”

English translation of Italian Bishop Vincenzo Viva’s words at a diocesan prayer service held with the LGBTQ community.

The Outreach Guide to the Bible and Homosexuality

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Gay, Catholic, and American: My Legal Battle for Marriage Equality and Inclusion

Book Greg Bourke

Catholic Greg Bourke’s profoundly moving memoir about growing up gay and overcoming discrimination in the battle for same-sex marriage in the US.