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The synodal pathway – Trust in the Slow Work of God

by Alessandro Previti | November 4, 2025 | **Regions**, Europe, GNRC Blog, Jubilee, Press release | 0 Comments

“Above all, trust in the slow work of God…that ideas mature gradually — let them grow. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, Jesuit, theologian, French palaeontologist (1881–1955) I want to share some good news with you: the Synodal Pathway of the Italian Church is entering a...

Vershaff mir Recht: Davis Mac-Iyalla

Aug 4, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portuguese Davis Mac-Iyalla (45) aus Nigeria ist ein aktives Kirchenmitglied. Weil er schwul ist, muss er jeden Tag neu für Akzeptanz kämpfen: „Ich sehe die Kirche als einen Ort für alle.” Erst: Gut integriertes Gemeindemitglied. Dann:...

Dai-me Justiça: Davis Mac-Iyalla

Aug 4, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portuguese Davis Mac-Iyalla (45) é da Nigéria. É muito ativo na Igreja, mas tem de lutar, todos os dias, pela aceitação: “Creio na igualdade de todos os filhos de Deus”, diz. Davis é gay, está fora do armário e sente-se orgulhoso de o ser....

Verschaff mir Recht: Joanita Ssenfuka

Aug 4, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portugues Joanita Warry Ssenfuka (35) aus Uganda ist Telekommunikationsingenieurin und Frauenrechts-Aktivistin. Ich fastete und betete Mit sieben Jahren fühlte ich mich zu meiner besten Freundin hingezogen, mit vierzehn Jahren wurde mir...

Dai-me Justiça: Joanita Ssenfuka

Aug 4, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portugues Joanita Warry Ssenfuka (35) é do Uganda e é engenheira de telecomunicações e ativista. Pedi muitas vezes a Deus que me perdoasse - por o que quer fosse. Aos sete anos senti-me atraída pela minha melhor amiga. Vivíamos juntas;...

Minuto a Minuto de la 3era Asamblea General

Jul 2, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

¡La Asamblea General ya ha comenzado! Sigue nuestras actividades en la línea de tiempo English / Español Jueves 4 de Julio 05:00 PM: Una liturgia cierra la Tercera Asamblea de la GNRC. La Misión de ser Católicos LGBTQI Orgullosos y Proféticos continuará más allá de la...

Verschaff mir Recht: John Kashiha

Jun 28, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portugues John Justin Kashiha (32) aus Tansania hat einen Universitätsabschluss, aber schon fünf Jobs verloren, weil er schwul ist. Die Kriminalisierung macht sein Leben schwer. „Manchmal frage ich Gott nach dem Warum und wie ich mit...

Dai-me Justiça: John Kashiha

Jun 28, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portugues John Justin Kashiha (32) da Tanzânia tem um título universitário, mas já perdeu cinco empregos por ser gay. A criminalização da sua sexualidade traz muitas dificuldades à sua vida: “Às vezes gostava que Deus me mostrasse como...

Verschaff mir Recht: Alicia Nalunkuma

Jun 28, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portugues Alicia Nalunkuma (23) aus Uganda ist Aktivistin für Transgender-Rechte. Als Junge geboren, fühlte sie sich immer schon als ein Mädchen. Seit ihrer Kindheit ist sie massiver Gewalt und Ablehnung ausgesetzt. Alicia ist...

Dá-me Justiça: Alicia Nalunkuma

Jun 28, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portugues Alicia Nalunkuma (23) do Uganda é uma bailarina e ativista pela Igualdade Transgénero. Nascida rapaz, sempre se sintiu como uma nenina. Desde a infância enfrentou uma enorme dor e tristeza. Como Cristã praticante, mesmo assim a...

Dá-me Justiça: Ryan Kollano

Jun 23, 2019 | Europe, GNRC Blog

English / Español / German / Portugues Ryan Kollano (33) do Quénia foi um dos 9 filhos de uma família pobre. Lutou duro para ir à escola. Chegou à universidade. Devido ao facto de ser gay perdeu tudo - várias vezes. O sonho de ir à escola Nasci numa pequena aldeia...

History does not repeat (if we learn, remember, and act)

Jul 19, 2025 | GNRC Blog, Opinions

Over the past few years, many of us engaged in faith-based and civil society activism have sensed a growing hostility in the air. Ari Shaw’s recently wrote an article in Foreign Affairs confirming with clarity that it is not only a matter of perception. The rise in...

Voices of Resistance: The Colectivo TLGB of Bolivia and the Activism of Rodolfo Vargas

Jul 16, 2025 | Assembly, GNRC Blog, Opinions, Testimony, Uncategorized

I’m a member of the Colectivo TLGB of Bolivia, committed to activism and social justice for diverse sexual and gender identities in my country. As a member of the Colectivo TLGB of Bolivia, I’ve witnessed firsthand how activism rooted in courage, resilience, and...

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The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics (GNRC) is committed to fostering inclusivity and acceptance within the Catholic Church, with many partners based in Europe, we share our mission is to support LGBTQ+ individuals and communities by promoting dialogue, understanding, and respect. We collaborate with local partners to address social justice issues, provide educational resources, and advocate for equal rights.

Established to create a more inclusive Church, GNRC works tirelessly to ensure that all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, feel welcomed and valued. In Europe, our efforts are centered around building strong networks, supporting grassroots movements, and amplifying the voices of marginalised communities. Through workshops, conferences, and advocacy campaigns, we strive to create a world where everyone is recognized as equal in the eyes of God.