News and Views
Q&A: ‘Wicked’ author Gregory Maguire on his Catholic faith, souls, saints and religion in Oz
News America Magazine / November 20, 2024Doris Grumbach, L.G.B.T. pioneer and fearless literary critic
News America Magazine / November 20, 2024Archbishop Hartmayer forms LGBTQ+ Pastoral Affairs Commission
News Georgia Bulletin / November 19, 2024Is this the end of the world?
Views James Martin, S.J. / November 16, 2024The reason that apocalyptic literature is for the “dispossessed” is that it often comes in response to the suffering of peoples, and points them to a future in which God’s justice and mercy are made fully manifest.
Cardinal Chow: What I learned listening to LGBTQ people during the Synod
Views Cardinal Stephen Chow, S.J. / November 13, 2024Cardinal Stephen Chow of Hong Kong reflects on stories from LGBTQ Catholics from around the world: “If we are serious about developing our church into a synodal church, listening to different social groups, including those with whom we might have a hard time identifying ourselves, is mandatory.”
Webinar: How to navigate holiday family stress for LGBTQ Catholics
Views Outreach Staff / November 10, 2024Join Outreach on Nov. 20 for a special virtual event that will explore challenges facing some LGBTQ Catholics during the holiday season.
Genuine religious behavior
Views James Martin, S.J. / November 9, 2024Jesus loves whatever little you can give, knows that you’re doing your best and blesses your own small offerings.
James Martin, S.J.: Advice for LGBTQ people who feel afraid after the election
Views James Martin, S.J. / November 6, 2024LGBTQ people feeling unsure or afraid can try to remember to seek out help if they need it, to stand by their friends and do what they can to fend off despair.
Father Donahue, Mark’s Gospel and Jesus
Views James Martin, S.J. / November 2, 2024By emphasizing inner dispositions (love of God and neighbor) and by going to the root of all the commandments, Jesus provides a help and a guide to doing God’s will as revealed in the Torah.
How a Catholic woman’s faith provided comfort after the loss of her wife
Views Mary Ann Meadows-Hunsbarger / October 31, 2024While the memory of Diane’s last days and death are still raw, my faith has helped me navigate her loss and continues to do so each day.
