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DignityUSA works for respect and justice for people of all sexual orientations, genders, and gender identities—especially gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, asexual and intersex persons—in the Catholic Church and the world through education, advocacy, and support.

Dignity USA Latest News

February 26, 2024 | by David Jackson | Jesus’ transfiguration can seem like a mysterious miracle that defies explanation or relevance to our own lives. But today’s reflection reminds us that Jesus’ change is grounded in the same belovedness which is the Divine’s gift to all creation, and to each of us.
February 26, 2024 | by Jon Schum | Too often Christians approach Lent as just another in a long list of things we are supposed to do. Today’s reflection, however, encourages us to see Lent as an invitation to deeper participation in the Reign of God: a reality not defined by long lists of life-choking demands, but rather by transcendent moments of life-changing beauty.
February 22, 2024 | by DignityUSA | DignityUSA will be using input gathered from testimonies and reflections submitted to us to send a second report representing the thoughts and concerns of LGBTQIA+ Catholics, Allies, and friends to both the Synod Secretariat and the Synod Team of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops.
February 7, 2024 | Carter Fahey | Love pulls us toward the center of a community. As LGBTQIA+ people, we have often had to build our own communities to find that center and experience that pull. But we can experience the centering pull of love even in the Church. Just a important, today’s reflection reminds us, we can be that centering force for others.
January 31, 2024 | by Ann Marie Szpakowska | For centuries, the community of believers has proclaimed through song and prayer that the Divine Mercy is vast. However, today’s reflection reminds us there not everyone appreciates such expansive compassion. Further, if we do not carry this healing power forward in our own lives, not everyone will experience it either.

Upcoming Events

  • Screening and Chat with Sr. Jeannine Gramick: Dignity Philadelphia 50th Anniversary Recording

    Please join us on Sunday, April 28, 2pm ET/11am PT for the screening premiere of a Q&A with Sr. Jeannine Gramick recorded in May 2023 as part of Dignity Philadelphia’s 50th Anniversary celebration. In the video, Sr. Jeannine talks about her role in the founding of Dignity Philadelphia, including her friendship with Dominic Bash, and being set on the path of advocating for LGBTQIA+ people in the Catholic Church. Sr. Jeannine also recounts her run-in with Cardinal Ratzinger and discusses her hopes for LGBTQIA+ people and the Catholic Church.

    We will also be joined by Sr. Jeannine herself, who will share a few words about all that has taken place since the recording in May 2023, including her meeting with Pope Francis and the Vatican’s announcement in late 2023 about blessing same-sex unions. Registration is required.


    April 28, 2024
    2:00pm

  • Preregistration for DignityUSA's 2025 Conference

    Preregistration for Conference 2025 is now open! With a deposit of $100.00, you can secure your spot AND get a discount off the registration cost. The conference will be held July 4-6, 2025 at Embassy Suites in Dublin, Ohio.


    July 4, 2025 to July 6, 2025
    8:00am