Are we too critical of homosexuals?

[RenaissanceMensch]

We often criticize homosexuals, particularly those who are supposedly “married”. We tell them not to receive The Eucharist etc.

“We” do no such thing – we do tell people in active same-sex relationships not to receive the Eucharist.

But what about divorcees who remarry? Are they really “married”?

If their first putative spouse is still alive, the presumption is no, precisely for which reason they ought not to approach for communion.

Are we as vocal as to whether or not they should receive The Eucharist?

I seem to recall there was a lot of outcry about a recent Synod’s discussion on the matter…

Should fornicators (such a technical word) receive The Eucharist?

Sure, after repenting of their fornication – certainly not until!

I’m trying to figure out if we are hypocrites or if there is something more insidious with homosexuality that we should call out.

“Hypocrisy” is the refusal to recognize as a vice in oneself what one recognizes as a vice in others, so I’m not sure how it applies here.

(My opinion: Unlike divorce, the world seems to celebrate homosexuality.)

You think the world doesn’t celebrate divorce?

 

[annem]

*However, in general the sin of homosexuality is too often elevated above the many other sins that are abominable to God.

It is as if this sin has its own “special” distinction.

I agree that this is true, but surely there are reasons? First being the abuse crisis, which two separate inquiries found were caused by homosexual behavior in 80% of the cases. So how can Catholics not want to put forth the truth of Catholic teaching on homosexuality?

Second, the constant talk about homosexuality in every other TV show, not to mention the constant lawsuits, and the fact that a huge amount of Catholics have apparently never even heard the teachings of the church on the subject.

So, even those of us who are sick of the subject just keep getting drawn back into it.

 

[Alphard]

Racism already existed and had a precise meaning to designate someone believing some races are inferior to others. Today like the other words mentioned is used in an ambiguous way to discredit and label anyone not kneeling to politically correct ( mass immigration in this case)

 

[gracepoole]

Racism already existed and had a precise meaning to designate someone believing some races are inferior to others. Today like the other words mentioned is used in an ambiguous way to discredit and label anyone not kneeling to politically correct ( mass immigration in this case)

That’s not what you said. You specifically compared “racist” and “sexist” with “homophobic,” which you explained was a meaningless term. I can understand wanting to backtrack now but it’s probably wiser to simply phrase things more carefully in the future.

 

[In_Jesus_I_Trust]

This is my opinion:
1.I am against od the same sex marriage.
2.If anyone of us in a state of mortal sin should not recieve Eucharist.
3.I think we need to love them as much as straight People.
4.I think we shoudnt participate or support their LGBT lifestyle-because it is against our believes.
5.I cannot truly understand them,but i deeply appreciate and respect the ones who are trying to live Holy Catholic life(fight against their urges and temptations).

I think we shoudnt be judgemental,but we shouldnt be too liberal.I love them but I do not agree with them.

 

[StDymphna17]

There are several passages in the Bible that state that homosexuality is wrong. 1 Timothy 10-11, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 and Jude 1:7. You must repent of your sin and ask for forgiveness and be sincere about it and stop doing it. If you keep doing it, you’re not truly sorry for it and He will not forgive you. As for a divorced person, as long as the marriage has been annulled, my parish priest and my diocese took care of it for me. If not annulled, do as Jesus did with Mary Magdalene. He stopped them from stoning her by saying simply “let the one without sin cast the first stone.” I think some of us need to remember that God is a forgiving God.
Let me ask this, if they remarry, are they still denied the Eucharistic?

 

[Catholic_JIll]

Absolutely not! We are not too critical of homosexuals. Look how they are destroying the church! They will destroy society.

Remarried ppl, depending on if their first marriage was valid should seek union with the church and resolve any issues.

That goes for homosexuals too … The homo lifestyle is their choice. They are always welcome in the church but we should help ppl not lead them to more darkness.

Yours in Christ.

 

[VanitasVanitatum]

“Hypocrisy” is the refusal to recognize as a vice in oneself what one recognizes as a vice in others, so I’m not sure how it applies here

He’s refering to double standards.

Absolutely not! We are not too critical of homosexuals. Look how they are destroying the church!

Being criticals doesn’t affect their actions so that’s not a good measure.

 

[Alphard]

Yes today “racist” has lost its original meaning because how it has been used.
Just as nazist, racist, and all other labels left use to designate whoever opposes them

 

[Thorolfr]

Homosexuals have become so acceptable in society that, according to LifeSite News, President Trump’s reelection campaign is selling “rainbow-themed ‘Make America Great Again’ apparel to endorse homosexual ‘pride’”:

The “Make America Great Again Pride Hat” and “Make America Great Again Pride Tee” display Trump’s iconic campaign slogan in rainbow colors to “Show your support for the LGBT community and the 45th President,” according to the product descriptions.

Aren’t homosexuals lucky to be able to get “Make America Great Again Pride Hats” and “Make America Great Again Pride Tees”!

 

[QwertyGirl]

I don’t really allow others to dictate what I should be proud of about myself. It is a very individual thing. I try to be about something each day that I can feel proud about. It makes me a better person. But that is just me. Some days, I am most proud of something about myself that some others may consider “disordered”. Not my problem. I believe it is their problem.

 

[rosejmj]

People can be pretty critical of homosexuals. They just assume they are sinners headed to hell when there are other factors that play a role and you are often making an assumption on their lifestyle. Especially when people don’t understand. Like a married heterosexual couple that wouldn’t dream of giving up marriage, sex, having a family and yet imposing that on someone else because through no fault of their own they have homosexual attractions. At that point I just think it’s not your business unless someone wants to know your opinion