Catholic gay rights groups expressed their disappointment with the bishop’s rejection of the Vatican’s proposals for wider acceptance of homosexual Catholics. The proposal to “accept and value” gay church members was still only in draft form, however, it had the Pope’s support. Sadly, the draft failed to gain the backing of two thirds of the bishops assembled at the synod in Rome. The final … [Read more...]
The Vatican Softens its Stance on Remarriage and Homosexuality
Catholic Church leaders have been called upon to offer their support to gays, cohabiting couples and divorcés after a Vatican document has been drafted, urging Catholic leaders to be more welcoming to those in conflict with Vatican teachings. The document, which suggests the Catholic Church’s intention of reaching out to gays, divorcés and cohabiting couples, did not contain any changes on the … [Read more...]
Utah same-sex marriage Ban Removed, Gays, Lesbian Couples celebrates
It was a celebration time for gays and lesbian couples in Utah after a federal court passed the judgement on legalizing their marriages in their favour. On Monday, a federal judge asked Utah administration and imbues all same-sex marriages performed in the state with the same rights and privileges afforded to married opposite-sex couples. The decision arrives 118 days after the lawsuit was … [Read more...]