Couldn't a couple of the same sex be called to holiness?

[hann3835]

Why is it considered wrong to be in a homosexual relationship if the two men or two women live together, love each other and call each other to holiness? Whether or not they are sexually active is not the question… If people choose to be attracted to the same sex and they find someone that loves them and they actively try to bring each other closer to God why are they not recognized by the church? By not being recognized and accepted by the Church even if they are living chastely could that not foster hate? The people of the church have no way of knowing if this couple is sexually active and if the couple truly love each other what is wrong?

 

[Fr.Vincent_Serpa]

Hi,

Everyone is called to holiness. But such a living situation could be an ongoing temptation to sin. However, if the two people are vigilant about avoiding temptation, then they would also need to be careful about not giving scandal by appearing to be living in a non celibate way. All things being equal, the Church would not prohibit having a roommate. But it must be said that it would be much easier, living in a celibate way with someone with whom one is not sexually attracted.

Fr. Vincent Serpa, O.P.