Great video. It's strange that the church doesn't feel able to move on this issue. You want a loving relationship with a man, you want to love God and follow Jesus, you want to be in loving community with your family and friends. I fail to see any negatives to this!
Totally relate. It's been a lifelong struggle between Christianity and homosexuality for me. But I'm finally at a point where I'm ready to share my experiences too. Thanks for the video! :)
I've always felt drawn towards Catholicism, but there's no changing that I'm trans and gay and in a longterm relationship with my boyfriend who is the same. I can't help but feel like I'm just a "fan" or "spectator" of the faith, that I can never be accepted to really find a true connection to faith, despite desperately wanting to...
Dude this is super relatable! I’m a non binary, panromantic, gray-ace catholic… and I have no idea how to tell my parents or teachers. I have told my friends and they accept me, but I am so scared that if I tell my mom or dad, they’ll say something that’ll make me feel like my feelings aren’t accepted in my family. My dad is a little more laid back, but I’m still scared to tell him. This is sorta like therapy to me, knowing that there are LGBTQIA+ Catholics out there who have the same struggles as me :) Also, ur feelings are valid! I want you to know that, even if there are lots of people who may bring you down about how you are and tell you to stop being who you are. Soon, we may be able to find some justice in the world so that we can all feel accepted! Thx for making this vid
I’m catholic and I think I’m asexual but I’m attracted to anybody. I knew wasn’t straight, then I thought I was bisexual, then I thought Pansexual. But I’m kinda questioning right now and doing my research. Thank u for this, it really helped.
Nice video. I’m also Catholic but sadly I know for a fact my parents won’t be all that accepting.. my sisters came out as bi and now my parents talk horribly behind their backs. I think they tolerate it because my sisters are already in permanent relationships with guys. I’m actually not bi and just gay so now I’m afraid to come out on my 18th birthday lol.
Make sure you are not just confused and think that your gay and because of all the confusing and false messages many people are promoting nowadays, and remember God always loves you but you still must strive to love him by following him.
I praise your courageous coming-out video! I’m a Japanese orthodox Christian,but at the same time I’m bisexual,and I have felt very confused and have struggled. Your video made me feel better:) Thank you! Huge love from Japan🇯🇵
Remember also that there are different ways of being gay as well. We’re not given a good model growing up, only stereotypes. Growing in your faith gives you a new way of channeling your passions. Remember that Thomas Aquinas said passions were not bad in themselves. It’s how we temper them so that we do not become “intemperate”. But St. Thomas argues that we should not become frigid and cold either. After many years of acting out in ways I thought I should to fit in to certain contexts, I found that I wasn’t living an authentic life, rather a two dimensional version of someone else’s. Returning to the church like the proverbial prodigal son has enabled me to understand myself and others in a deeper, more compassionate way. Everyone struggles with something, even our so called “enemies”. It is through compassion for ourselves and others that we can see each other for who we truly are, loved children of God.
@@GrandDuchyOfOldenburgfanbase so what is Christlike is what's rejected by religious people for not following their religious laws. Therefore they make them Christians
I would say first look into what situations in your life may have led you to or made you realize or experience an attract to both sexes. For many people it can be a trauma response for many people it can be an inborn trait. It's important to offer up all those experiences to God to pray for discernment and wisdom and the courage to do His Will in all things, I'd recommend (assuming you're Catholic) reaching out to a Catholic priest who understands about these issues, you may have to take a risk and come out to several priests before you find one willing to help you who has the wisdom and experience to do so but it's important to find someone to help guide and support you spiritually, if not a priest, find someone whose wisdom and discernment you trust. If you find you're bisexual because of something that happened to you because it's a coping mechanism or a response to trauma then find a solid Catholic therapist to help you work through that and heal. If you find, no your attraction doesn't change then God made you so and He loves you. Be chaste, this may be your cross, but you'll never carry it alone He is always there and so long as you don't surrender the fight against sexual temptations toward anyone of any gender really, and so long as you don't consciously pursue same sex relations, then you are completely in union with the Catholic Church. Be at peace. Just be sure to seek council from someone who knows your individual situation better and who's good judgement you trust. (I know this comment a year old but...better late than never? Hope you're doing well now, praying for you, friend
I learned very early on growing up catholic that this situation is like oil and water, they mix at first, but eventually just, don't, and separate. If thinking like this helps you, more power to you friend, but that doesn't make this situation real in anyway, we only have a short time on this earth. So I hope you live how you like, and be happy. but at the end, at the gates wanting entery into heaven, you'll find yourself sadly disappointed.
Thanks for posting your story. This is all well and good if you're not having sex. I'm gay. It's my cross to bear. However, the only way I've to be fully Catholic as a fully gay person is to be celibate. Otherwise you're living in mortal sin.
Impossible. That’s like saying I am married and I love messing around with other women and men too. This does not make you a catholic, it makes you a sinner. Jesus came to save sinners not justify it.
@@laurinha2892 I didn’t say anything hateful. You twisting the word of God which is wrong. The Catholic Church has God given authority, and as Catholics we listen to the order of bishops, successors of the apostles. If you reject official dogma, then you shouldn’t call yourself Catholic.
@@xander4043 in the world of “should”, so much is true. I’m quite to content to work with what I can accept in Church teaching in my own faith journey.
This got a really good kick out of me haha. I used to volunteer at a protestant church my friend went to also and when they found out I was Catholic they were appalled.
@@austro_hungarian_nostalgia while modern bibles very do clearly state homosexuality as a sin, it is actually a mistranslation. The word is actually supposed to be pedophilia with young boys(they called it out, bc around this time old men would get with little boys, and so they needed to call it out). If you don’t believe me check when the word Homosexuality was even created, it was created around 1870 if I’m correct. So while it does state it in our bibles it’s actually not truly what our holy book says, which is unfortunate bc it isn’t exactly what God said so others can misinterpret it.
@@duckscool7687 Not true, this is a common argumrnt of progressive "christians" and liberal "catholics." There are very very precise translations of the Bible that say that homosexuality is wrong, ones where very little cultural transposition or mistranslation occured. In fact not only that, not only those Bible versions, but also the less accurate ones like the King James Bible clearly condemn homosexuality. Also the condemnation of homosexuality is clearly stated in the CCC.
Great video. It's strange that the church doesn't feel able to move on this issue. You want a loving relationship with a man, you want to love God and follow Jesus, you want to be in loving community with your family and friends. I fail to see any negatives to this!
Thank you!
Totally relate. It's been a lifelong struggle between Christianity and homosexuality for me. But I'm finally at a point where I'm ready to share my experiences too. Thanks for the video! :)
So glad you're at that point. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Love your videos too!
@@ItTakesCourage Thank you so much!
Totally, totally relate. I chose to become a Catholic - i did not choose to be gay.
I've always felt drawn towards Catholicism, but there's no changing that I'm trans and gay and in a longterm relationship with my boyfriend who is the same. I can't help but feel like I'm just a "fan" or "spectator" of the faith, that I can never be accepted to really find a true connection to faith, despite desperately wanting to...
Beautiful story. You are Valid 💛
Dude this is super relatable! I’m a non binary, panromantic, gray-ace catholic… and I have no idea how to tell my parents or teachers. I have told my friends and they accept me, but I am so scared that if I tell my mom or dad, they’ll say something that’ll make me feel like my feelings aren’t accepted in my family. My dad is a little more laid back, but I’m still scared to tell him. This is sorta like therapy to me, knowing that there are LGBTQIA+ Catholics out there who have the same struggles as me :)
Also, ur feelings are valid! I want you to know that, even if there are lots of people who may bring you down about how you are and tell you to stop being who you are. Soon, we may be able to find some justice in the world so that we can all feel accepted! Thx for making this vid
Tell them when u feel safe I'm bisexual also a grey ace any my family is surprisingly okay with that their very conservative as well
Also catholic as well
I’m catholic and I think I’m asexual but I’m attracted to anybody. I knew wasn’t straight, then I thought I was bisexual, then I thought Pansexual. But I’m kinda questioning right now and doing my research. Thank u for this, it really helped.
You might be asexual and panromantic
@@questioninglife1252 yeah thats what i thought but now im a pansexual trans man :))
Wow this is a beautiful video. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it!
I might be nonbinary, and I’m also Catholic. It tears me apart.
As a trans male catholic, I feel your pain. I hope that you can find yourself in God and find peace as well.
Nice video. I’m also Catholic but sadly I know for a fact my parents won’t be all that accepting.. my sisters came out as bi and now my parents talk horribly behind their backs. I think they tolerate it because my sisters are already in permanent relationships with guys. I’m actually not bi and just gay so now I’m afraid to come out on my 18th birthday lol.
Know that God loves u and he made u wonderful the way you are
Make sure you are not just confused and think that your gay and because of all the confusing and false messages many people are promoting nowadays, and remember God always loves you but you still must strive to love him by following him.
@@iantapia363 amen
I praise your courageous coming-out video!
I’m a Japanese orthodox Christian,but at the same time I’m bisexual,and I have felt very confused and have struggled.
Your video made me feel better:)
Thank you!
Huge love from Japan🇯🇵
I'm so glad my video made you feel better! You're not alone in your struggle!
Struggle away from that sin for salvation.
Hi. I’m a lesbian Catholic. I love your story, this is my struggle too. Much love ❤️🌈🌻
Thank you! We can get through this together!
@@ItTakesCourage amen!!! Praying for you!!! Keep on the good fight
I'm catholic and gay too
Repent against your sins and find a pastor that will teach you truth from the bible
Remember also that there are different ways of being gay as well. We’re not given a good model growing up, only stereotypes. Growing in your faith gives you a new way of channeling your passions. Remember that Thomas Aquinas said passions were not bad in themselves. It’s how we temper them so that we do not become “intemperate”. But St. Thomas argues that we should not become frigid and cold either. After many years of acting out in ways I thought I should to fit in to certain contexts, I found that I wasn’t living an authentic life, rather a two dimensional version of someone else’s. Returning to the church like the proverbial prodigal son has enabled me to understand myself and others in a deeper, more compassionate way. Everyone struggles with something, even our so called “enemies”. It is through compassion for ourselves and others that we can see each other for who we truly are, loved children of God.
Subscribed. Thanks for posting this video. I admire your courage 😀
Thank you!!
Thank *you* - your video, which I have watched from start to finish, is a Godsend, and has been a very great help.
@@JamesMC04 That's great! I'm so glad.
You can be LGBT and Catholic no problem.
Corinthians 6:9
@@GrandDuchyOfOldenburgfanbase so what is Christlike is what's rejected by religious people for not following their religious laws. Therefore they make them Christians
Just to say, a (belated) and very Happy New Year to you !
Jesus loves you.
Yes he loves him but his sin is filthy and he needs to repent and be washed with the blood of yeshua Jesus Christ
To be honest im a bisexual but.. i want be straight, must i bee my self?
I would say first look into what situations in your life may have led you to or made you realize or experience an attract to both sexes. For many people it can be a trauma response for many people it can be an inborn trait. It's important to offer up all those experiences to God to pray for discernment and wisdom and the courage to do His Will in all things, I'd recommend (assuming you're Catholic) reaching out to a Catholic priest who understands about these issues, you may have to take a risk and come out to several priests before you find one willing to help you who has the wisdom and experience to do so but it's important to find someone to help guide and support you spiritually, if not a priest, find someone whose wisdom and discernment you trust.
If you find you're bisexual because of something that happened to you because it's a coping mechanism or a response to trauma then find a solid Catholic therapist to help you work through that and heal.
If you find, no your attraction doesn't change then God made you so and He loves you. Be chaste, this may be your cross, but you'll never carry it alone He is always there and so long as you don't surrender the fight against sexual temptations toward anyone of any gender really, and so long as you don't consciously pursue same sex relations, then you are completely in union with the Catholic Church. Be at peace.
Just be sure to seek council from someone who knows your individual situation better and who's good judgement you trust.
(I know this comment a year old but...better late than never? Hope you're doing well now, praying for you, friend
Those are the chapters I only tell people if they become relevant.
I learned very early on growing up catholic that this situation is like oil and water, they mix at first, but eventually just, don't, and separate. If thinking like this helps you, more power to you friend, but that doesn't make this situation real in anyway, we only have a short time on this earth. So I hope you live how you like, and be happy. but at the end, at the gates wanting entery into heaven, you'll find yourself sadly disappointed.
@Nikhil Vattathara LMAO ULTIMATE COME BACK IM USING THAT TY
Thanks for posting your story. This is all well and good if you're not having sex. I'm gay. It's my cross to bear. However, the only way I've to be fully Catholic as a fully gay person is to be celibate. Otherwise you're living in mortal sin.
Impossible. That’s like saying I am married and I love messing around with other women and men too. This does not make you a catholic, it makes you a sinner. Jesus came to save sinners not justify it.
Psalm 37:13: but the Lord laughs at the wicked, for he sees that his day is coming.
Bruh what
Corinthians 6:9
Leviticus 20:13
Do you disagree with the official teaching of Christ, with the official teaching of the Church? If so, then do not call yourself Catholic.
The official teaching of Christ is to love your neighbor as yourself. You don't seem to be doing that right now
Newsflash! Lots of Catholics don’t agree with 100% of church teaching!
@@michaelbarwick5900 Well they should. That’s what it means to be Catholic, you listen to the God given authority of the Catholic Church.
@@laurinha2892 I didn’t say anything hateful. You twisting the word of God which is wrong. The Catholic Church has God given authority, and as Catholics we listen to the order of bishops, successors of the apostles. If you reject official dogma, then you shouldn’t call yourself Catholic.
@@xander4043 in the world of “should”, so much is true. I’m quite to content to work with what I can accept in Church teaching in my own faith journey.
Before people came out as gay, coming out as Catholic was the worst thing you could do in the South.
This got a really good kick out of me haha. I used to volunteer at a protestant church my friend went to also and when they found out I was Catholic they were appalled.
Homosexuality as in the behavior is still a mortal sin though.
Depends on your viewpoint
@@duckscool7687 the CCC and the Bible states this very clearly.
@@austro_hungarian_nostalgia while modern bibles very do clearly state homosexuality as a sin, it is actually a mistranslation. The word is actually supposed to be pedophilia with young boys(they called it out, bc around this time old men would get with little boys, and so they needed to call it out). If you don’t believe me check when the word Homosexuality was even created, it was created around 1870 if I’m correct. So while it does state it in our bibles it’s actually not truly what our holy book says, which is unfortunate bc it isn’t exactly what God said so others can misinterpret it.
@@duckscool7687 Not true, this is a common argumrnt of progressive "christians" and liberal "catholics." There are very very precise translations of the Bible that say that homosexuality is wrong, ones where very little cultural transposition or mistranslation occured. In fact not only that, not only those Bible versions, but also the less accurate ones like the King James Bible clearly condemn homosexuality. Also the condemnation of homosexuality is clearly stated in the CCC.
Depends the viewpoint