The leaders assure that what the Pope said does not mean that the Church is approving the homosexual union
Pope Francis’s meaningful words must be followed by action
When Pope Francis called for civil unions and spoke of the right of our LGBTI communities to a family, joy has been the first reaction for many of us. For Catholics he is not only our spiritual father, but a hugely influential voice globally to hundreds of millions of people. His words of inclusion will resonate and hopefully drive inclusive change in countries, churches, communities and homes around the world.
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Pope Francis calls for civil union laws for same-sex couples
New Ways Ministry Praises Pope’s Support for Civil Unions, Seeks Same Recognition in Church
New Ways Ministry gratefully welcomes Pope Francis’ latest support for civil unions for same-gender couples. It is an historic moment when the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, long seen as a persecutor of LGBTQ people, moves in such a supportive direction for lesbian/gay couples and their families.