Role Reboot

Pope Francis May Have Improved The Catholic Church’s Image, But I’m Still Not Going Back

In the areas closest to my heart, my conclusion is that the Catholic Church has improved its public relations much more than its actual substance. Like many ex-Catholics, I pay careful attention to the words of Pope Francis. I left the church when I came out as a lesbian in my mid-20s and Pope Francis’ […]

On The Pope’s Statement That Kids Need A Mother And Father

His latest statement does not undercut his previous messages on LGBT families: The church has never wholly embraced gays and lesbians. Pope Francis made a statement yesterday that seemingly undercut his previous messages on LGBT families and individuals. “Children have the right to grow up in a family with a mother and father,” Pope Francis remarked […]