News and Views

Cardinal 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.”

Join Outreach on Nov. 20 for a special virtual event that will explore challenges facing some LGBTQ Catholics during the holiday season.

Jesus loves whatever little you can give, knows that you’re doing your best and blesses your own small offerings.

LGBTQ 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.

By 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.

While 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.

Synod conversations about LGBTQ issues seemed friendlier and more relaxed this year, writes James Martin, S.J.

For all those who feel excluded, listen to Jesus, who calls you forth.

While this will be a welcome text for many who are hoping for greater LGBTQ inclusion in the church, Catholic readers may wish for more.

The church has always been a place of disagreements, personal rivalries, conflict, arguments and even indignation.