Catholic bishop insists transgender people are ‘very much welcome’ in the church
by Aine Fox
Apr 24, 2024
3 minutes
Catholic bishops in England and Wales have issued new guidance stating that medical intervention for gender-questioning children should not be supported and social transitioning for the youngest should be avoided.
Those behind what is described as a pastoral reflection on gender insisted transgender people can feel welcome in the Catholic Church and said they wish to use “gentle, patient and respectful” language on an often-polarised subject.
Earlier this month, the published a declaration on various issues including repeating its
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