DignityUSA
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DignityUSA works for respect and justice for LGBTQIA+ people in the Catholic Church and the world. Visit us at dignityusa.org.
“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!
December 1, 2025 at 1:03 PM
“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!
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.
November 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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.
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....
November 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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....
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.
As LGBTQIA+ Catholics, we believe every soul is sacred, beloved, and never forgotten.
🕯️ May they rest in peace and rise in power.
November 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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.
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.
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.
November 1, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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.
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.
🕊️ We are part of this communion of saints — past, present and future.
November 1, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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.
🕊️ We are part of this communion of saints — past, present and future.
🌈 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
Whether you're out, questioning, or not ready—you are loved, you are holy, and you belong. 💜✝️
#NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQCatholics
October 11, 2025 at 3:03 PM
🌈 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
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
Incoming DignityUSA board member Max Kuzma shares his experience of coming out and embracing his identity.
#NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQCatholic
October 11, 2025 at 12:02 PM
🌈✨ 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
Incoming DignityUSA board member Max Kuzma shares his experience of coming out and embracing his identity.
#NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQCatholic
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
Register now: lnkd.in/gzaGeqbZ
September 21, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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
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
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
September 19, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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
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...
Register now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/d...
September 16, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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...
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...
Register now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/d...
September 15, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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...
Register now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/d...
...for dinner and community sharing at Pilgrims Rest, sponsored by the GNRC and hosted by St. Paul's within the Walls, an Episcopal Church. People shared a meal and the meaning of the Pilgrimage for them. A long and momentous day!
September 11, 2025 at 4:42 PM
...for dinner and community sharing at Pilgrims Rest, sponsored by the GNRC and hosted by St. Paul's within the Walls, an Episcopal Church. People shared a meal and the meaning of the Pilgrimage for them. A long and momentous day!
DignityUSA joined other members of the Global Network of Rainbow Catholics for the walk. Many reached out to touch the Holy Doors while passing through. Some wept.
After time reflecting on the significance of this experience inside the Basilica, over 225 pilgrims gathered...
After time reflecting on the significance of this experience inside the Basilica, over 225 pilgrims gathered...
September 11, 2025 at 4:41 PM
DignityUSA joined other members of the Global Network of Rainbow Catholics for the walk. Many reached out to touch the Holy Doors while passing through. Some wept.
After time reflecting on the significance of this experience inside the Basilica, over 225 pilgrims gathered...
After time reflecting on the significance of this experience inside the Basilica, over 225 pilgrims gathered...
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...
September 11, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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...
Prior to the liturgy all of our pilgrims were interviewed by groups including Agence France Press, AP, CBS, and the Washington Poet. Our banner attracted lots of attention and conversation with fellow pilgrims. Then it was time for a quick lunch before the main event.
September 10, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Prior to the liturgy all of our pilgrims were interviewed by groups including Agence France Press, AP, CBS, and the Washington Poet. Our banner attracted lots of attention and conversation with fellow pilgrims. Then it was time for a quick lunch before the main event.
The bishop’s very well-received homily (two standing ovations) included his reading of the letter the Cardinal of Madrid had sent to the GNRC Assembly. We are working on getting English texts of both documents.
September 10, 2025 at 1:17 PM
The bishop’s very well-received homily (two standing ovations) included his reading of the letter the Cardinal of Madrid had sent to the GNRC Assembly. We are working on getting English texts of both documents.
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.
September 10, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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.
I did the welcome in English. There were powerful testimonies from a gay man, the mother of a transgender son, a lesbian couple, and a pastoral minister, along with readings and joyous songs. A long, rich night.
September 8, 2025 at 1:42 PM
I did the welcome in English. There were powerful testimonies from a gay man, the mother of a transgender son, a lesbian couple, and a pastoral minister, along with readings and joyous songs. A long, rich night.
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.
September 8, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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.
Panelists from India, Italy, Mexico, and the US spoke about significant spiritual moments, what encouraging signs they see regarding the church being more inclusive, and what they hope to carry home from the pilgrimage before responding to attendee questions. There were many great connections!
September 5, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Panelists from India, Italy, Mexico, and the US spoke about significant spiritual moments, what encouraging signs they see regarding the church being more inclusive, and what they hope to carry home from the pilgrimage before responding to attendee questions. There were many great connections!
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.
September 5, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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.
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!
September 1, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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."
August 28, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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."
🙏 Over 160 people gathered in prayer, unity, and love
August 26, 2025 at 4:37 PM
🙏 Over 160 people gathered in prayer, unity, and love