Episode 52: Same-Sex Attraction and the Catholic Church

When it comes to the topic of same-sex attraction, the Church has, unfortunately, often been seen as unforgiving, even harsh, in its teachings and attitude towards persons with this condition.

On the contrary, the Catechism tells us: "They must be accepted with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. Every sign of unjust discrimination in their regard should be avoided.” (CCC 2358)

Let us consider how we, as Catholic parents, can share with our children what the Church actually teaches on this topic, and very importantly too, how we are called to respond to these persons as brothers and sisters in Christ.

Resources:

1.    "Homosexuality, Gay Marriage, and Holiness": https://youtu.be/bLrRfwpvERU

2.    “Ministering to the Catholic LGBTQ Community — Fr Adrian Danker, SJ”: https://youtu.be/2Gkz8eHBIYk

3.    Courage Singapore: https://courage.org.sg/

4.    Courage International https://couragerc.org/

5.   Letter to the Bishops of the Catholic Church on the Pastoral Care of Homosexual Persons, Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, 1 October 1986: https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/documents/rc_con_cfaith_doc_19861001_homosexual-persons_en.html

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