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.

Join DignityUSA at WorldPride for an LGBTQIA+ Drop-in Social! Learn more about special events we are hosting at dignitywp.carrd.co!

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

DignityUSA will we a WorldPride 2025 in Washington, D.C. Visit our site to learn more about the special events we are co-hosting throughout the celebration: dignitywp.carrd.co

JOIN US THIS EVENING: Join us for a discussion of the recent Papal Conclave with DignityUSA Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke on Tuesday, May 13 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Registration is required! Register now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/d...

TOMORROW: Join us for a discussion of the recent Papal Conclave with DignityUSA Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke on Tuesday, May 13 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Registration is required! Register now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/d...

DignityUSA joins many around the world in offering our prayers and best wishes to Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, as he begins his service to our church and the world in this new role. Read More: www.dignityusa.org/articles/dig...

From the Conclave on Day 2: Among today's highlights was meeting a gay male couple from Milan, Rosario and Alessandro. Alessandro is a volunteer with Progetto Gionata, which is helping to organize the LGBTQ Jubilee pilgrimage in September. More black smoke this morning! Marianne, Executive Director

More from Day 1: Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke was interviewed by Korean journalist Yeji Kang. She writes for Hankyoreh, the newspaper for South Korea's progressive community.

Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke shares a special message from the Papal Conclave in Rome! Watch now: youtu.be/K80uhsVQpio

DignityUSA Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke will arrive in Rome on May 6. Duddy-Burke said she plans to spend time in St. Peter’s Square “and have conversations with people.” “I will wear Dignity insignia, have rainbow flags,” she said. Read more: www.washingtonblade.com/2025/05/02/e...

Today’s reflection shows us that Christ wants to raise us out of our fears and doubts, too, so that we can see and share the light of the Good News. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/a-s...

FINAL DAY FOR EARLY REGISTRATION! Take advantage of Early Registration now for a discount on conference registration. More information & registration: dignity2025.org

EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS APRIL 30! Take advantage of Early Registration now for a discount on conference registration. More information & registration: dignity2025.org

"After the death of Pope Francis on April 21, DignityUSA held a community gathering that night where LGBTQ+ Catholics, our family members, friends and allies could share their grief, hopes and fears." Read More: www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...

This Divine Mercy Sunday, we reflect on a saint who lived an integrated life full of service and devotion to a merciful God. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit: www.dignityusa.org/articles/wit...