The Church offers compassionate assistance to those suffering from gender confusion and to their families. Although there are many comprehensive resources available, we here provide a focused list for those who want to better understand the issues in a manner consistent with Catholic Church teachings.
What is the way forward? Am I welcome in the church?
Welcome! We know that many who find their way to this page are struggling to make sense of their lives: Asking how or why God made them as He did? Wondering what is the way forward given the confusion they experience, the choices they’ve made, or the relationship challenges they experience. We hope these resources provide a way for you to trust that God has a loving plan for your future, and you are not alone on this journey.
For Parents & Loved Ones
Dear parents, grandparents, and all those who love a person struggling with confusion about their sexuality and gender. We understand the burden and distress that can often be experienced in your situation. We also know how you desire to help your loved ones in a manner that shows your affection for them and is rooted in your Catholic faith. We want to provide you with hope by way of these resources and the assurance that you are not alone.
For Educators & Ministers
Welcome Colleagues. As a person who ministers to those in the Church, you recognize the importance of respecting the dignity of all people and are an important part of witnessing God’s love to those you encounter. Yet when people are confused about their identity, it can be difficult to know how to understand their situation and how to respond.
The links below are intended to provide an overview of how people experience gender confusion as well as how gender ideology misleads individuals, often out of a misplaced compassion. These tools can help you to respond to the individuals in need and to articulate the truth of human sexuality.
For Priests
Fathers, thank you for taking the time to better understand the plight of those confused about their gender or sexuality. As you know from your ministry, these individuals and the family and friends who love them experience tremendous distress. The links below are offered to you to guide your pastoral care. They provide a general overview of the issue, the best of current scientific research, and other resources to inform your ministry.
