THE FIRST LGBT CATHOLIC INTERNATIONAL MEETING

THE FIRST LGBT CATHOLIC INTERNATIONAL MEETING

ROME: THE FIRST LGBT CATHOLIC INTERNATIONAL MEETING TO BE HELD FROM 1ST- 4TH OCTOBER   AHEAD OF THE SYNOD ON THE FAMILY Harmony, dignity and equality in the Catholic Church and Society (Rome 28/09/2015) –  The first Assembly of the Global Network of Rainbow...
LGBT Catholic Voices from W Africa: Ghana

LGBT Catholic Voices from W Africa: Ghana

I arrived safely in the city of Accra, Ghana on the 14th of March 2015. The last time I was in Ghana was in 2008 and I still have many friends there. The day after my arrival was Sunday and Mother’s Day, and I went with some friends to mass in Accra. After mass I was...
LGBT Catholic Voices from W Africa: Togo

LGBT Catholic Voices from W Africa: Togo

Arriving in Togo was emotional for me, as this is a place I lived for many years, a place where I experienced much joy and also much sorrow. After settling into a guesthouse, I went to see the place where I was attacked in 2008. It had changed a lot. Lomé, the capital...
LGBT Catholic Voices from W Africa: Benin

LGBT Catholic Voices from W Africa: Benin

In Benin, I met with three people who identify as transsexuals and are also Christians from different backgrounds. They wanted to be interviewed together. Their words were heartfelt as they told me that all they wanted from the society and the church is acceptance....