Gay Catholic couple finds acceptance in Detroit parish
Bryan Victor and Thomas Molina-Duarte, a married gay pair, celebrate their Catholic faith in Detroit while attending an east side parish with family support. The couple, both involved in social work and LGBT youth outreach, pursue faith amidst Church debates on homosexuality.
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Detroit
Bryan Victor
Thomas Molina-Duarte
Victor
Molina-Duarte
Wayne State University
Highland Park Ruth Ellis Center
Tom Molina-Duarte
Mich
Molina Duarte
Catholic Views Split Over Same Sex Unions In Detroit
Archdiocese programs urge abstinence for gay Catholics while Fortunate Families advocates change in church teaching. Janet Smith and Gumbleton weigh enduring doctrine on sexuality and sacramental union. priests express cautious openness to blessing unions, echoing Pope Francis' warning against judgment.
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Janet Smith
Sacred Heart Major Seminary
Vatican
Pontifical Council On the Family
Jesus
Smith
Ronald
Ron) Victor
Ron Victor
St. Isidore Catholic
Macomb
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