Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry
Building community while serving those in need 365 days of the year
Our ministry provides educational opportunities to build and develop greater visibility and understanding of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) experiences within our church community and develop faith-building outreach programming to the diverse spectrum of the LGBT community. We meet the second Sunday of the month after the 5:00 pm Mass in the Franciscan […]
Join us in the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry! This group, composed of members of the church who love their gay and lesbian family members unconditionally, supports the LGBT community. This group holds regular meetings, provides ongoing educational programs and offers continued spiritual development.
* What does science tell us about being LGBTQ+? * What are the two aspects of the Church’s teaching on LGBTQ+? * How is the way we welcome or do not welcome an LGBTQ+ person, a Life Issue?* As allies, what can we do to support life – support our LGBTQ+ sisters, brothers, youth, and loved ones? […]
@ An evening with Chris Doucot of the Hartford Catholic Worker October 26 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm in the Franciscan Center. Guest Speaker Chris Doucot will incorporate aspects of his book “No Innocent Bystanders: Becoming an ally in the struggle for justice”, focusing especially on dismantling racism and justice for the LGBTQ+ community! Join […]