"Our primary opposition to the death penalty is rooted in the teaching of the Catholic Church that every person is created in the image and likeness of God."
In the second year of the Eucharistic Revival, it is helpful for the faithful of the Diocese of Gallup to delve deeper into the Mystery of the Eucharist.
Pope Francis’ remarks may appear to propose a “middle ground” that would grant the legal protection of those with same-sex attraction who have formed a life together. This is a pastoral proposal, given on a practical level (a prudential judgement), which does not change the Church’s teaching.
"When the soul gives in to sin, it does not bear fruit...the fruit of happiness, meaning, justice, loveliness, and interior peace."
Homilist: Bishop James Wall