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A Prayerful Response




By John Freml, DignityUSA member
Cold temperatures and rain did not stop a group of intrepid Catholic marriage equality supporters from gathering outside the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield, Illinois, on November 20, for a peaceful vigil in opposition to diocesan bishop Thomas Paprocki's "Prayers of Supplication and Exorcism in Reparation for the Sin of Same-sex Marriage." The bishop held the service to coincide with Governor Pat Quinn’s signing of the Illinois marriage equality bill into law. At the height of the vigil, approximately twenty people could be heard singing a hymn of openness and affirmation as observers of the exorcism exited the cathedral.
While some participants held signs with slogans such as "Jesus had two dads," and "The only thing being exorcised here today are good Catholics," others simply held photographs of gay and lesbian loved ones. One priest who walked by the vigil even asked some of the participants to pray for him. In recent years, the Springfield diocese has been a particularly unfriendly place for LGBT Catholics and their families, so this vigil was especially meaningful to those who attended. It was also a source of empowerment for many in attendance, with new discussions starting on how to work for change in the Church locally.
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DignityUSA works for respect and justice for people of all sexual orientations, genders, and gender identities—especially gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender persons—in the Catholic Church and the world through education, advocacy, and support. -- DignityUSA Mission Statement





Dec
18
2013
The work of DignityUSA on December 18, 2013 could have been sponsored by you. Click here for more information.

A Prayerful Response




By John Freml, DignityUSA member
Cold temperatures and rain did not stop a group of intrepid Catholic marriage equality supporters from gathering outside the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield, Illinois, on November 20, for a peaceful vigil in opposition to diocesan bishop Thomas Paprocki's "Prayers of Supplication and Exorcism in Reparation for the Sin of Same-sex Marriage." The bishop held the service to coincide with Governor Pat Quinn’s signing of the Illinois marriage equality bill into law. At the height of the vigil, approximately twenty people could be heard singing a hymn of openness and affirmation as observers of the exorcism exited the cathedral.
While some participants held signs with slogans such as "Jesus had two dads," and "The only thing being exorcised here today are good Catholics," others simply held photographs of gay and lesbian loved ones. One priest who walked by the vigil even asked some of the participants to pray for him. In recent years, the Springfield diocese has been a particularly unfriendly place for LGBT Catholics and their families, so this vigil was especially meaningful to those who attended. It was also a source of empowerment for many in attendance, with new discussions starting on how to work for change in the Church locally.
Share  
     


Vision Statement

DignityUSA envisions and works for a time when Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Catholics are affirmed and experience dignity through the integration of their spirituality with their sexuality, and as beloved persons of God participate fully in all aspects of life within the Church and Society.



Preregister here

Upcoming QCF Programs


QCF with author and Dignity member, Joe Gentilini
Jan 21, 2014 9:00 PM Eastern

Joe recently published a poignant, deeply personal account of what it means to be Catholic and gay. He came into his own and came out in a time when the risks were immense, and he lives to write and tell about it. Beautiful story, beautiful man.

QCF with Nikki Young
Feb 18, 2014 9:00 PM Eastern

This woman stole hearts and minds with her presence at our 2013 Dignity Convention in Minneapolis. Join us in this interview where Nikki will tell her stories of justice and transformation, and guide us to do the same.




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