Bishop Ramón Bejarano of San Diego — once apologized to LGBTQ Catholics and stood with migrants in court, signaling the pontiff’s inclusive vision for the Church.
It was mentioned who Pope Leo has appointed will draw ire from conservatives. How have conservative Catholics missed the message of MT 25: 31-45, welcome the stranger, feed the poor, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked?
This is so important. My heart fills with hope. The teachings of the gospels are very clear. Pope Leo is continuing the work of Pope Francis. Pope Leo is leading the way back to the teachings of Christ with moral clarity. 🙏
Strong piece connecting Bejarano's track record to Leo's broader vision. The apology to LGBTQ Catholics at that Mass wasn't just symbolic, it was doctrine in action, showing pastoral care can exist alongside theological tensions without collapsing into either camp. The ICE court move is underrated too, clergy presence shifting enforcement behavior shows power dynamics at work that most episcopal statements miss completely. I've noticed progressive Catholic appointments often get framed as purely culture war moves, but Bejarano's consistent life ethic work complicates that narrative nicely.
Every human being born comes with both male and female hormones. How our bodies develop is beyond anyone's control. Shaming one sex over another promotes harm.
It was mentioned who Pope Leo has appointed will draw ire from conservatives. How have conservative Catholics missed the message of MT 25: 31-45, welcome the stranger, feed the poor, give drink to the thirsty, clothe the naked?
I welcome their discomfiture.
Most conservatives have missed that message!
This is so important. My heart fills with hope. The teachings of the gospels are very clear. Pope Leo is continuing the work of Pope Francis. Pope Leo is leading the way back to the teachings of Christ with moral clarity. 🙏
We are Blessed to have Pope Leo
Strong piece connecting Bejarano's track record to Leo's broader vision. The apology to LGBTQ Catholics at that Mass wasn't just symbolic, it was doctrine in action, showing pastoral care can exist alongside theological tensions without collapsing into either camp. The ICE court move is underrated too, clergy presence shifting enforcement behavior shows power dynamics at work that most episcopal statements miss completely. I've noticed progressive Catholic appointments often get framed as purely culture war moves, but Bejarano's consistent life ethic work complicates that narrative nicely.
Truth the Tongue of Jesus on Earth!!!
Every human being born comes with both male and female hormones. How our bodies develop is beyond anyone's control. Shaming one sex over another promotes harm.