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Elizabeth A. Johnson on Study Group 9: God gave them the same gift
Outreach Originals Elizabeth A. Johnson, C.S.J. / May 29, 2026In this installment of “Theologians and other scholars on the Synod’s call to listen to LGBTQ people,” Elizabeth A. Johnson, C.S.J. reflects on the Acts of the Apostles and the Church’s call to recognize LGBTQ Catholics as equal members of the body of Christ.
Antonio Autiero on Study Group 9: Allowing ourselves to be challenged
Outreach Originals Antonio Autiero / May 29, 2026In this addition of our series “Theologians and other scholars on the Synod’s call to listen to LGBTQ people”, Antonio Auterio argues that the Church must move beyond rigid moral frameworks toward a more pastoral, listening-centered approach.
Lucas Sharma, SJ, on Study Group 9: Listening and the church
Outreach Originals Lucas S. Sharma, S.J. / May 29, 2026In this installment of “Theologians and other scholars on the Synod’s call to listen to LGBTQ people,” Lucas S Sharma, SJ, reflects on parrhesia, synodality and the importance of listening to the lived experiences of LGBTQ Catholics
Kevin Glauber Ahern on Study Group 9’s paradigm shift in theology
Outreach Originals Kevin Glauber Ahern, PhD / May 29, 2026In this addition of our series “Theologians and other scholars on the Synod’s call to listen to LGBTQ people”, Kevin Ahern examines how synodal theology emerges through listening to vulnerable communities.
Archbishop of Florence to LGBTQ Catholics: The church should be a “home for everyone”
Outreach Originals Archbishop Gherardo Gambelli / May 27, 2026Archbishop 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.
James Alison: The Cross, LGBTQ people and dangerous interpretations
Outreach Originals James Alison / May 26, 2026Drawing on Scripture and Catholic theology, theologian James Alison reflects on LGBTQ identity, conscience and the meaning of carrying the cross
Pentecost: When the Holy Spirit speaks my language
Gospel Reflection Ariell Watson Simon / May 22, 2026A reflection at Pentecost on God’s gifts of love and relationship that envelope LGBTQ Catholics.
Italian bishop to LGBTQ people: I speak not of “welcoming” but of “recognition and full integration.”
Outreach Originals Italian Bishop Vincenzo Viva / May 19, 2026English translation of Italian Bishop Vincenzo Viva’s words at a diocesan prayer service held with the LGBTQ community.
What happens when Bishops listen to trans Catholics
Outreach Originals Maxwell Kuzma / May 18, 2026One trans Catholic reflects on the recent New Ways listening sessions, and how it feels to have Bishops listen to trans experiences.
Archbishop Grob, St. John Paul II and the Gospel of listening
Outreach Originals Bill Wigchers / May 15, 2026A reflection which explores how Archbishop Jeffrey Grob’s act of listening reflects Pope John Paul II’s vision of human dignity.









