THIS WEDNESDAY: Join us for our Advent Reflection series on December 3, 10 and 17 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Come hear reflections emphasizing the inclusive, transformative potential of the Advent season for those on the margins. Registration required: www.dignityusa.org/events/adven...

“Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response.” The theme of World AIDS Day is a call to action. The UN calls “for sustained political leadership, international cooperation, and human-rights-centered approaches to end AIDS by 2030.” We support and pray for this goal to be achieved!

Join us for our Advent Reflection series on December 3, 10 and 17 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Come hear reflections emphasizing the inclusive, transformative potential of the Advent season for those on the margins. Registration required: www.dignityusa.org/events/adven...

Giving Thanks for all of you, and for our community. Each of you is a blessed gift. May awareness of this, and all the blessings in your life, fill your heart as you mark Thanksgiving.

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this solemn day, we remember the lives of our transgender, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming kin taken by murder or violence, and those lost to suicide. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/tra...

On this solemn day, we remember the lives of our transgender, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming kin taken by murder or violence, and those lost to suicide. The website for Trans Lives Matter lists 47 such deaths in the US since last year’s Transgender Day of Remembrance, and 298 worldwide....

The updated Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Hospitals passed by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops during their annual meeting this week violate fundamental principles of Catholicism, according to DignityUSA. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bis...

DignityUSA, the world’s oldest organization of LGBTQ+ Catholics and allies, applauds the Supreme Court’s declining to hear a case that questioned the constitutionality of its 2015 ruling that brought marriage equality to the country. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/dig...

Join us TOMORROW at 8pm ET/5pm PT to hear from Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke and DignityUSA Board Secretary Sam Albano as they discuss open representation of DignityUSA at this official Vatican event and continued Synod conversation. Register now: www.dignityusa.org/events/digni...

Today, we honor all the souls who have gone before us. We remember those lost to injustice, silence or rejection, and we lift up their stories with hope and reverence. As LGBTQIA+ Catholics, we believe every soul is sacred, beloved, and never forgotten. 🕯️ May they rest in peace and rise in power.

We honor the memory of those who came before us — our ancestors, our queer elders and all the beloved souls who walked in courage and faith. As LGBTQIA+ Catholics, we hold sacred the stories of those who lived authentically. We remember them with prayer, pride and joy. Their spirits live on in us.

Today, we celebrate the saints — known and unknown — who reflect God's love in countless ways. As LGBTQIA+ Catholics, we remember the holy ones who lived authentically, loved radically and made space for justice and joy. 🕊️ We are part of this communion of saints — past, present and future.

Join us November 3 at 8pm ET/5pm PT to hear from Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke and DignityUSA Board Secretary Sam Albano as they discuss the open representation of DignityUSA at this official Vatican event and continued Synod conversation. Register now: www.dignityusa.org/events/digni...

Join us for our Advent Reflection series on December 3, 10 and 17 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Come hear reflections emphasizing the inclusive, transformative potential of the Advent season for those on the margins. Register now: www.dignityusa.org/events/adven...

Learning humility is a difficult undertaking and a lifelong venture. Today’s reflection considers the challenges of pursuing humility in a world obsessed with being right. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...

In scripture we find stories of impossible scenarios resolved through faith in God and community. Rachel Esser reflects on our inherent need for community and the ways in which it manifests in our modern world. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...

🌈 We affirm the sacred worth of every LGBTQIA+ person. Incoming board member Francis Beaumier shares a message of hope for this National Coming Out Day. Whether you're out, questioning, or not ready—you are loved, you are holy, and you belong. 💜✝️ #NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQCatholics

🌈✨ Today, on National Coming Out Day, we honor the courage it takes to live openly and authentically, especially as people of faith. Incoming DignityUSA board member Max Kuzma shares his experience of coming out and embracing his identity. #NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQCatholic

We can never exhaust the mercy of God, but how do we practice mercy in our own lives? In today’s reflection, Jon Schum considers the place of mercy in a world that often seems merciless. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...

"We have seen the extreme damage that it has done to people," [DignityUSA Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke] said. Read more: www.ncronline.org/news/supreme...

At 10:00am ET tomorrow, the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Chiles v Salazar, a case involving the question of whether or not current state bans on conversion therapy violate the free speech rights of licensed therapists. You can tune in live at www.supremecourt.gov/oral_argumen...

Although the path may be difficult, we do not embark on this journey alone. Today’s reflection reminds us that God’s plan is far greater than we could ever imagine. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...

Today’s reflection reminds us that we are called to see and serve those around us with compassion, living out Christ’s teachings in our communities. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...

Paul Morrissey, OSA, a co-founder and presider for Dignity Philadelphia, will join us for a discussion of his book Why I Remain A Gay Catholic: A Spiritual-Sexual Journey. Register now: lnkd.in/gzaGeqbZ

Hear from those who represented DignityUSA at the LGBTQIA+ Holy Year Pilgrimage! The group who were part of DignityUSA’s contingent for the historic LGBTQIA+ Jubilee Pilgrimage will share their experiences and the meaning of this journey for them. Register now: lnkd.in/g6AKvVGK

Paul Morrissey, OSA, a co-founder and presider for Dignity Philadelphia, will join us for a discussion of his book Why I Remain A Gay Catholic: A Spiritual-Sexual Journey. Register now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/d...

Hear from those who represented DignityUSA at the LGBTQIA+ Holy Year Pilgrimage! Join us for conversation about what we hope will become a regular event during Holy Years of the future. Register now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/d...

From Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke: Somewhere between 1200 and 1400 LGBTQ + Catholics and family members processed from Piazza Pía through the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica in the first ever LGBTQ Holy Year event to appear on the Vatican Calendar...

From Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke: Mass at Chiesa Gesu Saturday was presided by Bishop Francesco Savino, Vice President of the Italian Bishops Conference, was another beyond capacity event.

LGBTQ+ Catholics make Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome and celebrate a new feeling of welcome Read more: apnews.com/article/vati...

From Marianne Duddy-Burke: The Chiesa Gesu was packed for the pre-pilgrimage prayer vigil. Every seat was taken, even those behind the altar. Both side aisles were lined with those standing, and others sat on the church floor wherever they found space.

This morning, Outreach sponsored a pre-pilgrimage session at the Jesuit Curia featuring testimonies from LGBTQ+ and ally Catholics from around the world. The session was opened with a prayer from Fr. Jim Martin and a welcome by Fr. Jose Ignacio Echarte Oñate, Secretary of the Jesuits.

A delegation from DignityUSA, the world’s oldest LGBTQ+ Catholic organization,will be among the more than 1,000 people from over 30 countries participating in the first-ever Jubilee Pilgrimage for LGBTQ+ people that is recognized by the Vatican. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/mem...

This Labor Day, DignityUSA proudly honors the invaluable contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies in our workforce. Your labor—often done in the face of discrimination—helps build a more just and inclusive world. Thank you for your tireless efforts and unwavering courage!

Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke at GNRC: "Much of Day 3 was devoted to workshops and the business meeting of GNRC. But we also had 6 theologians tell us about their recent books, a Mass, and were entertained by a local chorus. Several participants were great dancers! We hope to gather soon."

More than 1,000 LGBTQ Catholics, their families and those who minister to them are expected to attend a series of prayer vigils, Masses and other events in Rome next week to commemorate the Jubilee Year that is taking place throughout 2025. Read more: outreach.faith/2025/08/lgbt...

Photos from Day 2 of the 5th Assembly of the Global Network of Rainbow Catholics (GNRC) from DignityUSA Executive Director and GNRC Co-Chair Marianne Duddy-Burke: 📸 James Alison speaks 🌈 Weaving a beautiful network of multicolored ribbons—symbolizing connection, courage, and inclusion

Day 1 of the 5th Assembly of the Global Network of Rainbow Catholics (GNRC) from DignityUSA Executive Director and GNRC Co-Chair Marianne Duddy-Burke: 🇺🇳 The Assembly logo banners were up 🌍 Flags from some of the participating nations on display 👋 We had a warm and joyful welcoming ceremony

The Dignity Young Adults bible study will run for approximately 7 weeks from the week of August 17 through the week of September 28. More information will be sent out closer to the start date. Registration is required by August 8. Register now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #DignityYoungAdults

In today’s reflection, Justin Telthorst invites us to see God’s mercy in unlikely places and to extend the mercy we’ve received to others, even—and perhaps especially—when it’s difficult. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bey...

The Dignity Young Adults bible study will run for approximately 7 weeks from the week of August 17 through the week of September 28. More information will be sent out closer to the start date. Registration is required by August 8. Register now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #DignityYoungAdults

My first Pride was a privileged one. It was 2019 and I was a teenager growing up in the Washington DC suburbs...Only six years have passed since that joyful moment, yet this year my stomach churned at the idea of going to DC for WorldPride. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/dar...

DignityUSA deeply objects to today’s Supreme Court ruling that upholds a Tennessee law, and by extension laws in at least 20 other states, that bans scientifically supported care for transgender youth. Read our full statement: www.dignityusa.org/articles/lgb...

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the LGBTQIA+ servicemembers and their families who gave their all. Your courage will never be forgotten. 🕊️🇺🇸🏳️‍🌈

Join other LGBTQIA+ people of faith for a night out at Nationals Park during WorldPride 2025! Visit dignitywp.carrd.co for more information.

Join us at the Dignity Washington Center during WorldPride for LGBTQIA+ Faith Sharing! Learn more at dignitywp.carrd.co.

Check out our Mass times at locations for World Pride 2025! Learn more about all of our WorldPride events at dignitywp.carrd.co

How can we tackle the world’s crises as Christians? Today’s reflection explores the ways we can counteract violence and division by living radically loving, God-centered lives and embracing Christ’s teachings. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...

We appreciate Nancy Sylvester's insights on the new Pope! She will be the keynote speaker at our upcoming conference. We look forward to hearing more of her wisdom. You can find out more about our 2025 conference at dignity2025.org. Read more: iccdinstitute.org/in-leo-xiv-i...

Join DignityUSA at WorldPride for "Queer Lament & Courageous Dreaming," a talk by Fr. Bryan Massingale! Find out more at dignitywp.carrd.co.