To say the least, I am very concerned personally how, as a Catholic community, we respond to the recent Supreme Court decision on same sex marriage. I know it is a very sensitive and important issue that demands prayer, understanding, wisdom, dialogue and respect for all parties.
I would like to offer a few interesting and thought provoking articles for us to read to be better informed on the complexity of the issues and why the Roman Catholic Church teaches as it does.
They are as follows (including the links to the articles):
“How Should Christians Respond to the Court’s Decision on Marriage?” – Daniel P. Horan, O.F.P for America magazine – 6/26/15
“Man and Woman Together” by Helen Alvare 6/22/15
“Love Wins” by Fr. James Martin, S.J. 6/30/15
Statement of Bishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., Bishop of Savannah 6/26/15
“We’ve All Been Here Before” by Rev. Robert Barron Rev. Robert Barron 6/30/15
Let’s pray for each other and for all of our nation as we can hopefully come to a deeper understanding of marriage and a greater respect for the dignity and value of each and every human person.