Faith, rights and Spirit – The Vigil Prayers in Malta

Article by Tyrone Grima The Prayer Vigils, or as they are more commonly referred to in Malta, the IDAHOT celebrations, have been held on our islands for almost twenty years. Drachma, the local LGBTIQ+ NGO that focuses on the integration between sexuality and…

Contemplative Spiritual Formation Gathering (click on this link)

The GNRC Contemplative Spiritual Formation committee invites you to its upcoming bi-weekly online gathering . Date and Time: Our next gathering will be on Saturday, May 30th. We meet every two weeks on Saturdays (e.g., May 30, June 13, 27…) 7 a.m.   San…

In Ireland, a Catholic Parish Holds Its First Vigil Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Article by Jo O’Sullivan On Friday, May 15th, in the Parish Hall of Kimmage Manor church, a Prayer Vigil was held for an end to violence against the LGBTQ+ community. This was not a great newsworthy event, or merited any fanfare. But for the Le Chéile LGBTQ+…

CSF prayer vigil

The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics’ Contemplative Spiritual Formation Committee warmly invites you to its bi-weekly contemplative gathering. This week, we will gather for a Prayer Vigil for the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia,…

Group 9 – GNRC Welcomes Vatican Study Group Report as a Step Toward Inclusion

The Global network of Rainbow Catholics, a network of over 50 LGBTIQ+ Catholic organisations from all over the world, welcomes the Vatican’s recent report of Study Group 9 , published on 5th May 2026. This report is part of the Synod on Synodality and was titled…

A letter of love and support for Pope Leo XIV

During this holy season of Easter, and as the Church marks the first anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV, many individuals around the world felt the need to offer him a shared word of closeness, affection, prayer, and support.

Many people recognise in Pope Le…

GNRC Response to Final Report of the Study Group on Women’s Participation in the Life and Leadership of the Church

🇬🇧 Global Network of Rainbow Catholics Response to Final Report of the Study Group on Women’s Participation in the Life and Leadership of the Church The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics (GNRC) brings together groups and individuals who work for pastoral care and…

When a bishop opens his house, the Church remembers what a house is

On 1 March, in the Diocese of Jundiaí, Bishop Arnaldo Carvalheiro Neto welcomed Catholic LGBT+ groups from the state of São Paulo into the episcopal residence. And while some headlines rushed toward scandal. We prefer to begin with the facts. The day began with Mass…

Women, discernment, and the unfinished path of synodality

Women carry a large part of the daily life of the Church. They teach the faith to children, accompany the sick, organize parish life, keep communities alive in places where priests are few. In many parts of the world, if women disappeared from parish life on Sunday…

No women clergy means a difficult choice- Part I – Nicolete Burbach

In December last year, a Study Commission on the Women’s Diaconate, convened by Pope Francis, finally voted against endorsing the ordination of women as deacons, either for the ministry specifically, or as part of priesthood—in no small part foundering on the question…

GNRC wishes everyone a safe, hope filled and joyful Pride month. Across many…

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“In you God’s love is revealed. You are always our children.” U.S. Catholic…

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“We are all children of God, and God loves us as we are and for the strength that…

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GNRC PR on Approving Blessings of Same-Sex Couples

Global Network of Rainbow Catholics Praise German Bishops for Approving Blessings of Same-Sex Couples 12 March 2023. The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics (GNRC) applauds the Catholic Bishops of Germany who have voted to support formal blessings of same-sex couples….

GNRC Previous Boards

GNRC Previous Boards

GNRC Board 2019 – 2021 The GNRC Board now operates under its newly implemented constitution. The two Co-Chairs, Secretary, Region Representative, Diversity Representative and Media Co-Ordinator were elected by its members at the Mexico Assembly in September 2022. The…

Salt of the Church? by Chris Vella

Salt of the Church? by Chris Vella

Salt of the Earth! What a wonderful metaphor of what each Christian is called to be: To make a difference; to be a beacon; to be a sign of God’s hope; to be a sign to power.

homosexuality is not a crime

Homosexuality is not a crime!

Pope says “homosexuality is not a crime” Pope Francis has made a long awaited and much praised statement on homosexuality during an interview with the Associated Press by declaring “homosexuality is not a crime”.  Link Below is a statement from…

Pope Emeritus

The Passing for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

GNRC offers its prayers for the repose of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI The Catholic world mourns the loss of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI who passed away today, 31st December 2022. Benedict had been a close adviser to Pope John Paul 11 and succeeded him as Bishop of Rome…

GNRC Newsletter “The Corner Nº10” Language Compilation

GNRC Newsletter “The Corner Nº10” Language Compilation

  GNRC Newsletter “The Corner Nº10” (PDF file) available in Chinese, English, French, Portuguese and Spanish. Chinese Version:        GNRC Newsletter “The Corner N10” Chinese English Version:        GNRC Newsletter “The Corner…

Secretariat of the Synod

Report to the Secretariat of the Synod from GNRC

GNRC has submitted an official report to the Secretariat of the Synod, representing the hopes and concerns of LGBTIQ Catholics, family members, and allies worldwide. Based on input received during Synod Listening Sessions, conducted by Co-Chair Marianne Duddy-Burke…

Assembly Photo Gallery

Fourth Assembly Photo Gallery

Assembly Photo Gallery: Opening Ceremony Assembly Photo Gallery: Praying Ceremonies Assembly Photo Gallery: Conference and Workshops Assembly Photo Gallery: Basilica de Guadalupe Tour Assembly Photo Gallery: Assembly´s Faces Assembly Photo Gallery: Leisure and Fun in…

A Rainbow in the Basilica

A Shining Rainbow in the Basilica de Guadalupe

The Rainbow on the Mantle of Guadalupe First she deigned to let herself be seen by those who have suffered exclusion inside the temples, their names: LGBTIQ+; and it was later that her precious and beloved Image appeared in front of the religious authorities….

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