May active homosexuals serve in church?

[shotglassgirl]

Hi, I have a question about the church’s stand on homosexuality. I have a friend who is homosexual, actively, and wants to serve in the church because she still wants to grow. What advice can i give her and what can I do to help her?

 

[Reginald_Plum]

sgg,

I’ve included the first set of links below to explain what we believe and why we believe it, and I’ve also included the second set to explain how we support and respect those with same-sex attractions. The last set of links should explain why your friend cannot be an extraordinary minister of Holy Communion as long as she continues in the homosexual lifestyle. If you have any further questions or concerns that are not answered by these links, please contact Catholic Answers directly.

Homosexuality
The Church’s teaching on Homosexuality
What was the early Church’s position on homosexuality?
Couldn’t the Church change its mind about homosexuality?

I am a homosexual–am I a Catholic?
What is the role of a homosexual person in the Catholic Church?
Is homosexuality a sin even if you do not perform the act?
How can I confess my sins if I know I am a lifelong homosexual?

Can a divorced person be an Extraordinary Minister?
Should active homosexuals be permitted to flaunt their lifestyle at a CatholicSchool?
Can an openly practicing gay be an RCIA instructor?
Can a homosexual be a Catholic godparent?