Father John Harvey — Apostle of Charity and Chastity, Man of Courage
Father Harvey is best known as the founding director of the Courage apostolate, a ministry for men and women who experience same-sex attractions and strive to live chaste lives
Father Harvey is best known as the founding director of the Courage apostolate, a ministry for men and women who experience same-sex attractions and strive to live chaste lives
‘We clearly do not intend to do things like bless same-sex unions or approve of homosexual acts,’ Bishop Zinkula told CNA.
Anna Katherine Howell, a convert from the Episcopal Church, took a public stand.
The executive director of the international apostolate that serves same-sex-attracted Catholics and their families reflects on the lessons learned during his tenure.
COMMENTARY: The available research does not support the claim that same-sex attraction has an immutable genetic origin.
COMMENTARY: The ministry’s dismissal of biblical verses that condemn homosexual acts, in keeping with the ‘radical inclusiveness’ of Jesus, ignores another fundamental element of Christ’s Gospel message to all sinners: the need for repentance.
Father Paul Sullins challenges what he calls the flawed methodology used in studies that prompted calls for a global ban on ‘sexual orientation change efforts.’
Sam Margarve has been a vocal critic of church leaders who want to bless homosexual unions and those who want to go further and perform marriages for homosexual couples.
COMMENTARY: While the Holy Father’s January interview with The Associated Press yielded some encouraging words, some of his actions make it difficult to interpret his intentions.
The Holy Father emphasized that the Catechism teaches that people with same-sex attraction should not be marginalized.
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