November, 2018 |

Quest support for LGBT+ refugees and asylum seekers

In the margins of the 2018 Conference a few delegates gathered on Saturday afternoon to discuss the important work being undertaken by individual members to support asylum seekers and refugees. In particular, discussion centred around whether it would be possible to support those members at a more formal level. One area that was considered to…… Continue reading Quest support for LGBT+ refugees and asylum seekers

Home Office failing LGBTQI+ people in asylum accommodation

Report finds Home Office system for providing accommodation to people seeking asylum is inadequate to ‘take proper account of the needs of LGBTQI+ individuals’. An independent inspection of the Home Office’s management of asylum accommodation has found that the Home Office is not giving any choice to LGBTQI+ people about the accommodation in which they are placed…… Continue reading Home Office failing LGBTQI+ people in asylum accommodation

New Ways Ministry launches “Journeys”

J O U R N E Y S “I tell you now that I will lead you out of your oppression… to a land flowing with milk and honey” (Exodus 3:17) A Scripture Reflection Series for LGBT People and Allies JOURNEYS is an invitation to walk with our ancestors, discover the great source of love,…… Continue reading New Ways Ministry launches “Journeys”

Rediscovering Jesus: Retreat for men

Retreat for Men: Calpe, Costa Blanca, 12 - 19 June 2019. The retreat will be led by Pádraig Ó Tuama Full costs for this year is: €495. (currently £440) Because of volatile exchange rates, the retreat is this year priced in euro. ONLY ONE PLACE REMAINING - but there is also a room vacant for a… Continue reading Rediscovering Jesus: Retreat for men

Nottingham Diocesan LGBT+ Mass

Approximately 50 persons attended Mass at Our Lady’s Church in Bulwell, Nottingham on Saturday 3rd November for the Diocese of Nottingham’s Mass for LGBT+ Catholics, their friends and families. The principal celebrant was the Parish Priest, Fr John Martin, who was joined by two concelebrants and the Parish Deacon, the Reverend Martyn Swaby. This is…… Continue reading Nottingham Diocesan LGBT+ Mass

Survey reveals majority of global Catholics support rethink of LGBT teachings

A new survey of global Catholics published to coincide with the recent Synod on Youth has found a majority of respondents believe church teaching on LGBT issues should be reconsidered for the well-being of young people. The survey, released by the coalition group Equal Future 2018, found that 65% of baptised Catholics worldwide and 63% of…… Continue reading Survey reveals majority of global Catholics support rethink of LGBT teachings