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Those We Have Lost Are Still With Us
A reflection on Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Dignity/Twin Cities Letter to Archbishop Hebda on Synod Summary Failing to Prioritize LGBTQIA+ People
January 11, 2023
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DignityUSA
After reading through your letter summarizing the results of the Synod we came away convinced that you listen to us with your eyes wide shut We are reminded of Jesus quote of Isaiah in Matthew They have eyes to see but do not see and ears to hear but
Breath of the Spirit: Genuine Seekers and the Wideness of Gods Light
January 4, 2023
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DignityUSA
During this most Christian time of year wherein our faith has leaked so profusely into popular culture it can be tempting to rest in the comfort of our confessional family However todays reflection reminds us that the story of the Epiphany contains w
LGBTQ+ Catholics Recall Pope Benedict XVIs Reign as a Painful Time That Caused Tremendous Damage to the LGBTQ+ Community
December 31, 2022
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Marianne Duddy-Burke (she/her)
Pope Benedict XVI marks what is hopefully the end of a long painful era for LGBTQIA+ Catholics our families and the entire church said Marie DuddyBurke Executive Director of is the worlds oldest organization of Catholics working for justice equality
Breath of the Spirit: Not Presents but Presence: The Give of Jesus and Ourselves this Christmas
December 21, 2022
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DignityUSA
It is the path of least resistance to be caught up in the details of Christmas preparation but in doing so we risk missing the forest of divine Love for all the trees of our todo lists Todays reflection encourages us to refocus on unity and community
Breath of the Spirit: Just How Did the Word Become Flesh?
December 14, 2022
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DignityUSA
Despite the gospel accounts and to some extent because of them the historical circumstances of Jesus birth are shrouded in mystery To some Christians belief in the historical nature of Scripture is a matter of faith But what precisely does it mean to
Respect for Marriage Act Passage an Important Step But Not Equity Says LGBTQIA+/Ally Catholic Group
December 9, 2022
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Marianne Duddy-Burke (she/her)
the nations foremost organization of Catholics working for justice equality and full inclusion of LGBTQIA+ people in our church and society is pleased that both houses of Congress have now passed the Respect for Marriage Act and that President Biden
Breath of the Spirit: John in Prison: Trusting Gods Message When We Struggle to Hear Gods Voice
December 7, 2022
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DignityUSA
But what if you are in a place where rejoicing is impossible? How do we trust Gods message when we cant hear Gods voice? This weeks reflection examines the story of John the Baptist in prison to draw forth a possible answer to these questions It enco