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DignityUSA works for respect and justice for LGBTQIA+ people in the Catholic Church and the world. Visit us at dignityusa.org.

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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Help strengthen a welcoming Catholic LGBTQIA+ community! DignityUSA is seeking a remote, flexible Membership Consultant for a 4–6 month contract (10–15 hours/week). Find out more and apply now: www.dignityusa.org/articles/now...
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Now Hiring: DignityUSA Membership Consultant - DignityUSA
Apply now for this short-term contract position.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Help strengthen a welcoming Catholic LGBTQIA+ community! DignityUSA is seeking a remote, flexible Membership Consultant for a 4–6 month contract (10–15 hours/week). Find out more and apply now: www.dignityusa.org/articles/now...
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Now Hiring: DignityUSA Membership Consultant - DignityUSA
Apply now for this short-term contract position.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Sign up for our mailing list to stay connected with Catholics who are from or currently living in the South. You’ll receive updates about our potential, developing affinity group and upcoming events for folks in or from the region. Sign up here: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/em...
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Marianne Duddy-Burke, who has been a leader of DignityUSA for more than forty years and the organization’s Executive Director since 2007, announced today in a letter to the Dignity community that she will step down... Read More: www.dignityusa.org/articles/lon...
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Longtime Leader of LGBTQIA+ Catholic Group DignityUSA to Step Down - DignityUSA
DignityUSA board announces Marainne Duddy-Burke's planned retirement as Executive Director.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Dear DignityUSA Community, I am writing to let you know that, after thoughtful and prayerful consideration, I have decided the time is right for me to step down from my role as Executive Director of DignityUSA in the coming months. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/mar...
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A Special Announcement from DignityUSA - DignityUSA
Marianne Duddy-Burke announces her retirement.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Dignity San Antonio will be honored by the San Antonio City Council on Thursday, August 20 during their 9:00 AM Central Time session.
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Watch City programs, live and past public meetings and more on the City's TVSA network.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Join Dignity Young Adults for this special event. RSVP by August 23 to dyacteam@dignityusa.org. #lgbtqcatholics #lgbtcatholics #transcatholics
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
DignityUSA Board President Meli Barber shared more of her story at the “LGBTQ Women in the Church Today” panel at #Outreach2026. We’re so thankful for her leadership!
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
If you are attending #Outreach2026 today, make sure you chat with one of our DignityUSA ambassadors! They are handing out all sorts of goodies today and tomorrow!
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
The DignityUSA crew started off Outreach 2026 with the refreshing opening mass. We heard Fr. James Martin talk about how far LGBTQ Catholics have come—and how far we still have to go. We also recognized the importance of Juneteenth to our Black Catholic siblings.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Gene Corpuz, wearing his DignityUSA Pride shirt (for purchase here: www.bonfire.com/store/dignit...), was chosen to raise one of the Pride flags at the Hawaii Capitol in Honolulu on June 1. A great honor to start Pride month! #HappyPride #LGBTQCatholic
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
TOMORROW: Join DignityUSA and Dr. Lucas Wilson (editor of Shame-Sex Attraction: Survivors’ Stories of Conversion Therapy) on May 20 at 8pm ET/5pm PT for Conversion Therapy: Understanding and Confronting Harm. Register now: www.dignityusa.org/events/conve...
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Conversion Therapy: Understanding and Confronting Harm with Dr. Lucas Wilson - DignityUSA
Dr. Lucas Wilson, a survivor of conversion therapy, will define modern conversion therapy practices and discuss their prevalence and harms.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Join DignityUSA and Dr. Lucas Wilson (editor of Shame-Sex Attraction: Survivors’ Stories of Conversion Therapy) on May 20 at 8pm ET/5pm PT for Conversion Therapy: Understanding and Confronting Harm. Register now: www.dignityusa.org/events/conve...
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Conversion Therapy: Understanding and Confronting Harm with Dr. Lucas Wilson - DignityUSA
Dr. Lucas Wilson, a survivor of conversion therapy, will define modern conversion therapy practices and discuss their prevalence and harms.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
The Alana Faith Chen Foundation invites you to join them on June 7 in Denver for the Run for Alana: "Let’s kick off Pride Month with a 3-mile run as we raise awareness and funds for LGBTQ+ mental health in our community. Our goal is to raise $10,000 for free therapy for those in critical need."
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Run for Alana 2026 — Alana Faith Chen Foundation
Join us for the 7th Annual Run for Alana on Sunday, June 7th in person at Odell Brewery Sloan's Lake or participate virtually from wherever you are! Get out and support LGBTQ+ mental health.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
The Vatican Synod study group’s final report on “Emerging Doctrinal, Pastoral, and Ethical Issues” contains hopeful possibilities for LGBTQ+ people and families, but leaves many questions unanswered. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/dig...
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DignityUSA Responds to Final Report of Vatican Synod Study Group on LGBTQ+ and other “Emerging Issues” - DignityUSA
The Vatican Synod study group’s final report leaves many questions unanswered.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Women's Ordination Conference is calling on the Church to recognize the vocations of women and embrace equality in ordained ministry. Add your name to their petition and help spread the word: c.org/RGBHKXXXHf
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
The U.S. Supreme Court’s blockage of a Colorado ban on conversion therapy for minors poses a very real danger and puts young people’s lives at risk, warns DignityUSA. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/sup...
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Supreme Court’s Overturning of Ban on Conversion Therapy “Puts Young Peoples’ Lives at Risk”, says LGBTQ+ Catholic Group DignityUSA - DignityUSA
The U.S. Supreme Court’s blockage of a Colorado ban on conversion therapy for minors poses a very real danger.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Today we honor the courage, resilience and sacred dignity of transgender and nonbinary people everywhere. We celebrate the truth that every person is created in love and worthy of full inclusion—both in our Church and in our world. Trans lives are gifts. Trans voices matter. Trans joy is holy!
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
From our earliest listening sessions, the issue of women’s lack of equality in our church has been a consistent concern. Read our statement on the results of the study group on our site: www.dignityusa.org/articles/lgb...
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LGBTQIA+ Catholics Express “Profound Disappointment” in Final Report from Synod Study Group on the Role of Women in the Church - DignityUSA
The issue of women’s lack of equality in our church has been a consistent concern.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Lent is a time to listen and allow God to speak into the silence. But what if the path we are asked to walk is a frightening one? Read this week's Breath of the Spirit: www.dignityusa.org/articles/spe...
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Speaking into the Silence - DignityUSA
Lent is a time to listen.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Our LGBTQIA+-affirming Lenten reflections start this Wednesday. Register now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/d...
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
If you’re attending #CreatingChange2026 this week, be sure to stop by the DignityUSA table in the exhibit hall on the Terrace level! Big thanks to all of our volunteers from Dignity Washington who are manning the table: Jim Sweeney, Rev. Jason Carson Wilson and David Friscic.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
This past Sunday, we marked the celebration of the Baptism of Jesus. In our own Baptism, we are united withJesus as we become part of a community working to bring the vision of our Creator to fullness here on Earth. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/whe...
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When Injustice Rises, Our Baptism Calls Us Forward - DignityUSA
Our Baptism takes on a compelling urgency as we grapple with recent events in our own country.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
TODAY is the last day to make a tax deductible donation for 2025 to support LGBTQIA+ Catholics, their families and allies. Donations must be made by 11:59pm to be counted towards the 2025 tax year. Donate now: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/campaigns/ad...
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
With hope for a peaceful and merry Christmas from the DignityUSA Board and Staff...
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Donate to DignityUSA's Advent Appeal to help us continue our mission of championing respect and justice for all sexual orientations, genders, and identities within the Catholic Church and beyond. Donate now to our Advent Appeal: dignityusa.app.neoncrm.com/campaigns/ad...
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Advent Appeal
Donate to DignityUSA's Advent Appeal to help us continue our mission of championing respect and justice for all sexual orientations, genders, and identities within the Catholic Church and beyond.…
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
THIS WEDNESDAY: Join us for our Advent Reflection series on December 3, 10 and 17 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Come hear reflections emphasizing the inclusive, transformative potential of the Advent season for those on the margins. Registration required: www.dignityusa.org/events/adven...
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Advent Reflections 2025 - DignityUSA
Join us for our 2025 Advent Reflection series!
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
“Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response.” The theme of World AIDS Day is a call to action. The UN calls “for sustained political leadership, international cooperation, and human-rights-centered approaches to end AIDS by 2030.” We support and pray for this goal to be achieved!
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Join us for our Advent Reflection series on December 3, 10 and 17 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Come hear reflections emphasizing the inclusive, transformative potential of the Advent season for those on the margins. Registration required: www.dignityusa.org/events/adven...
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Advent Reflections 2025 - DignityUSA
Join us for our 2025 Advent Reflection series!
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Giving Thanks for all of you, and for our community. Each of you is a blessed gift. May awareness of this, and all the blessings in your life, fill your heart as you mark Thanksgiving.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this solemn day, we remember the lives of our transgender, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming kin taken by murder or violence, and those lost to suicide. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/tra...
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Transgender Day of Remembrance 2025 - DignityUSA
We honor the transgender individuals lost to violence this year.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
On this solemn day, we remember the lives of our transgender, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming kin taken by murder or violence, and those lost to suicide. The website for Trans Lives Matter lists 47 such deaths in the US since last year’s Transgender Day of Remembrance, and 298 worldwide....
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
The updated Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Hospitals passed by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops during their annual meeting this week violate fundamental principles of Catholicism, according to DignityUSA. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bis...
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Bishops’ Official Ban on Gender-Affirming Care Violates Key Catholic Principles, Says LGBTQ+ Catholic Group - DignityUSA
"The bishops’ decision to officially ban all gender-affirming care at Catholic hospitals and medical centers will cause tremendous harm."
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
DignityUSA, the world’s oldest organization of LGBTQ+ Catholics and allies, applauds the Supreme Court’s declining to hear a case that questioned the constitutionality of its 2015 ruling that brought marriage equality to the country. Read more: www.dignityusa.org/articles/dig...
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DignityUSA Applauds Supreme Court Decision Not to Reconsider Constitutionality of Marriage Equality - DignityUSA
We applaud the Supreme Court’s declining to hear a case that questioned the constitutionality of its 2015 ruling that brought marriage equality to the country.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
Join us TOMORROW at 8pm ET/5pm PT to hear from Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke and DignityUSA Board Secretary Sam Albano as they discuss open representation of DignityUSA at this official Vatican event and continued Synod conversation. Register now: www.dignityusa.org/events/digni...
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DignityUSA Participation in the Jubilee of Synod Participants Chat - DignityUSA
Join us for our discussion of the open representation of DignityUSA at this official Vatican event.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
Today, we honor all the souls who have gone before us. We remember those lost to injustice, silence or rejection, and we lift up their stories with hope and reverence. As LGBTQIA+ Catholics, we believe every soul is sacred, beloved, and never forgotten. 🕯️ May they rest in peace and rise in power.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
We honor the memory of those who came before us — our ancestors, our queer elders and all the beloved souls who walked in courage and faith. As LGBTQIA+ Catholics, we hold sacred the stories of those who lived authentically. We remember them with prayer, pride and joy. Their spirits live on in us.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
Today, we celebrate the saints — known and unknown — who reflect God's love in countless ways. As LGBTQIA+ Catholics, we remember the holy ones who lived authentically, loved radically and made space for justice and joy. 🕊️ We are part of this communion of saints — past, present and future.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Join us November 3 at 8pm ET/5pm PT to hear from Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke and DignityUSA Board Secretary Sam Albano as they discuss the open representation of DignityUSA at this official Vatican event and continued Synod conversation. Register now: www.dignityusa.org/events/digni...
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DignityUSA Participation in the Jubilee of Synod Participants Chat - DignityUSA
Join us for our discussion of the open representation of DignityUSA at this official Vatican event.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Join us for our Advent Reflection series on December 3, 10 and 17 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Come hear reflections emphasizing the inclusive, transformative potential of the Advent season for those on the margins. Register now: www.dignityusa.org/events/adven...
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Advent Reflections 2025 - DignityUSA
Join us for our 2025 Advent Reflection series!
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Learning humility is a difficult undertaking and a lifelong venture. Today’s reflection considers the challenges of pursuing humility in a world obsessed with being right. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...
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As So Much Straw - DignityUSA
Learning humility is a difficult undertaking and a lifelong venture.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
In scripture we find stories of impossible scenarios resolved through faith in God and community. Rachel Esser reflects on our inherent need for community and the ways in which it manifests in our modern world. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...
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Persistent in Love - DignityUSA
We have an inherent need for community.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
🌈 We affirm the sacred worth of every LGBTQIA+ person. Incoming board member Francis Beaumier shares a message of hope for this National Coming Out Day. Whether you're out, questioning, or not ready—you are loved, you are holy, and you belong. 💜✝️ #NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQCatholics
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
🌈✨ Today, on National Coming Out Day, we honor the courage it takes to live openly and authentically, especially as people of faith. Incoming DignityUSA board member Max Kuzma shares his experience of coming out and embracing his identity. #NationalComingOutDay #LGBTQCatholic
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
We can never exhaust the mercy of God, but how do we practice mercy in our own lives? In today’s reflection, Jon Schum considers the place of mercy in a world that often seems merciless. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...
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Mercy! - DignityUSA
We can never exhaust the mercy of God.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
"We have seen the extreme damage that it has done to people," [DignityUSA Executive Director Marianne Duddy-Burke] said. Read more: www.ncronline.org/news/supreme...
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Supreme Court justices seem skeptical of Colorado's ban on conversion therapy
A majority of the court's six conservative judges questioned arguments that the state law does not infringe on freedom of speech and the First Amendment by engaging in viewpoint discrimination.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
At 10:00am ET tomorrow, the US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Chiles v Salazar, a case involving the question of whether or not current state bans on conversion therapy violate the free speech rights of licensed therapists. You can tune in live at www.supremecourt.gov/oral_argumen...
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Argument Audio
The audio recordings of all oral arguments heard by the Supreme Court of the United States are posted on this website on the same day an argument is heard by the Court.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Although the path may be difficult, we do not embark on this journey alone. Today’s reflection reminds us that God’s plan is far greater than we could ever imagine. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...
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Traversing the Vale of Tears - DignityUSA
Although the path may be difficult, we do not embark on this journey alone.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Today’s reflection reminds us that we are called to see and serve those around us with compassion, living out Christ’s teachings in our communities. Read this week's Breath of the Spirit reflection: www.dignityusa.org/articles/bot...
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Escaping Indifference - DignityUSA
Eternal life is not found in material possessions or in political philosophies.
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DignityUSA @dignityusa.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Paul Morrissey, OSA, a co-founder and presider for Dignity Philadelphia, will join us for a discussion of his book Why I Remain A Gay Catholic: A Spiritual-Sexual Journey. Register now: lnkd.in/gzaGeqbZ
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