News and Views
Father James Martin: Pope Leo’s message for LGBTQ Catholics
Outreach Originals James Martin, S.J. / September 2, 2025“The message I received from Pope Leo, loud and clear, was that he wanted to continue with the same approach that Pope Francis had advanced.”
Analysis: Pope Leo XIV meets with Outreach founder Father James Martin, S.J.
Outreach Originals Gerard O'Connell / September 1, 2025The private meeting is seen in Rome as a public reaffirmation of support for the American Jesuit and his pastoral ministry to LGBTQ Catholics, writes America’s Vatican correspondent.
Who can you ask to “come up higher”?
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / August 30, 2025Most of us aren’t so callous as to shut today’s outcasts out, but are there times when we could be more welcoming?
LGBTQ Catholics to mark Jubilee Year in Rome Sept. 5-6 with Mass, pilgrimage
Outreach Originals Michael J. O’Loughlin / August 27, 2025As part of the Jubilee Year of Hope, LGBTQ Catholics from across the world will process through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica on Sept. 6.
A transgender Catholic reflects on what keeps her in the church
Outreach Originals Danielle Koutsoufis / August 26, 2025How a grandmother’s rosary, creation and St. Julian of Norwich align to help a transgender Catholic woman keep her faith.
Two German bishops strongly criticize church’s negative approach to LGBTQ+ issues
Link New Ways Ministry / August 25, 2025Majorities of LGBTQ and non-LGBTQ U.S. adults under 50 want to get married someday
Link Pew Research Center / August 25, 2025Does Jesus know you? And do you know him?
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / August 23, 2025Jesus knows you well. But there is also an invitation to make yourself known to Jesus in the spiritual life.
Is Pope Leo meeting with a pro-LGBTQ group in October? Not exactly.
Outreach Originals Colleen Dulle / August 22, 2025Reports circulated that Pope Leo would welcome a pro-LGBTQ Catholic group in October. The reality is more nuanced.
Outreach to host prayer service, community building event in Chicago on Oct. 24
Outreach Originals Outreach Staff / August 20, 2025The event will take place at St. Mary of the Lake and Our Lady of Lourdes Parish and explore what makes parishes welcoming to LGBTQ people.
