There’s something I want to tell you, son. You don’t have to say anything. I just want you to listen for a second, okay? I want you to know that you are the most important person in the world to me and that I will always be there for you. Because I’m your dad, and I’m always going to be.…… Continue reading Son, I’ll Always Love You Whether You’re Straight Or A Closeted Gay
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Book Review: The Book of Forgiving
The Book of Forgiving: The fourfold path of healing for ourselves and our world, Desmond and Mpho Tutu Harper Collins 978-0-06220-356-4 Over many decades, the Anglican Archbishop-emeritus of Cape Town, Desmond Tutu, has been a tireless campaigner for peace, justice and reconciliation; most notably in his homeland of South Africa both in the pre- and post-apartheid years. In 1984 he was awarded the Nobel…… Continue reading Book Review: The Book of Forgiving
2014 Conference Talks: Fr Peter McVerry
A sea-change? Is Pope Francis ushering in a sea-change in the Catholic Church? I believe he is. The sea change is in our understanding of who God is and what God wants. Everywhere Jesus went, he was followed by large crowds. Five thousand people, not counting women and children, listened to him all day long, even forgetting that they were hungry,(Luke 9:10-17). Every town…… Continue reading 2014 Conference Talks: Fr Peter McVerry
Quest Conference Talks: Pádraig Ó Tuama
I stayed here for your AGM last night. I don’t know if I’ve ever stayed intentionally for a group’s AGM. They’re not things that I’m overly fond of. But I was moved last night listening to your stories, because what struck me was that you’re particularly attuned and aware to the possibility of marginalisation, and the possibility of isolation that people have, and that the concerns…… Continue reading Quest Conference Talks: Pádraig Ó Tuama
Trans Suicide: An Epiphany Reflection
In my school RE classes, I was taught that suicide is the one unforgiveable sin. So what are we to make of the social prejudices, discrimination, and even Church teaching or practice, that drive people to take their own lives? At Bondings 2.0, Bob Shine has a reflection on one such trans suicide that has…… Continue reading Trans Suicide: An Epiphany Reflection
New “Members Area”.
This site is public, and open to all. However, your committee has often noted that there is a need to offer members some tangible benefits not available to others, and at times we want to publish confidential or sensitive material which should be available only to members. (Examples are the summaries of committee meetings, which…… Continue reading New “Members Area”.
Frank DeBenardo, on Bishop’s Call for Same – Sex Recognition, Blessings.
At Bondings 2.0, Frank DeBenardo has written about the call by a Belgian bishop for the Church to bless same – sex couples: Belgian Bishop’s Call to Bless Gay & Lesbian Couples Elicits Positive Feedback Response to Bishop Johan Bonny’s historic call for the Catholic Church to recognize and bless the committed relationships of lesbian and gay…… Continue reading Frank DeBenardo, on Bishop’s Call for Same – Sex Recognition, Blessings.
Gay Cures: “An abuse” say healthcare professionals
Leading psychiatrists have united to condemn so-called “gay cure” therapies as an “abuse” of patients which is neither ethically nor scientifically sound. A consensus statement undersigned by professional bodies including the Royal College of Psychiatrists, the British Psychological Society and the UK Council for Psychotherapy said that practitioners who offered “cures” and “treatments” for homosexuality were causing harm to their patients. In a statement requested by…… Continue reading Gay Cures: “An abuse” say healthcare professionals
Walsingham Pilgrimage, 17-18.05 (photo report)
Photographs from the pilgrimage: Quest is organising the first LGBT-friendly pilgrimage to Walsingham, the National Shrine of Our Lady. Spiritual direction by chaplain to the retreat, Fr Kieran Fitzsimons. Please book early (now!) since places are limited. The final date for booking – 20 April. Coach from Farm Street (Mayfair, London) to Walsingham, with at least…… Continue reading Walsingham Pilgrimage, 17-18.05 (photo report)
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