Wrong to Support LGBT?

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I should add that I’m being hypothetical, since I don’t have time to cultivate friendships, other than with Christ and his Holy Mother.
Not that I’m even microscopically worthy of their “friendship.” More like latria and hyperdulia!
 
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CilladeRoma said:
I believe that I am a sinner who has no right what-so-ever to call out others, whom I have no authority over, and tell them that they are sinning.
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We are instructed to point out our brother’s sins however. Obviously in charity and after making sure we are ourselves living a pure life
 
I live in a rural area. There are people I’ve never met in person who I consider friends. They share my faith, more or less (one is high church Continuing Anglican).
I really don’t feel any need to hang out with friends. I’m around kids all day, most days, then I want my alone time. I’m a writer, and taking classes. Busy, busy.
If I was to cultivate real time, human friendships, it would be with devout Catholics.
 
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Fraternal correction is what you are talking about.
And, no, it is not my responsibility to correct my “non-Catholic”, “non- religious friends”.

Even the Catholic Encyclopedia says as much:
  • the delinquency to be corrected or prevented is a grievous one;
  • there is no good reason to believe that the sinner will adequately provide for himself;
  • there is a well-founded expectation that the admonition will be heeded;
  • there is no one else just as well fitted for this work of Christian charity and likely to undertake it;
  • there is no special trouble or disadvantage accruing to the reformer as a result of his zeal.
 
CilladeRoma said:
Fraternal correction is what you are talking about.
And, no, it is not my responsibility to correct my “non-Catholic”, “non- religious friends”.

Even the Catholic Encyclopedia says as much:
  • the delinquency to be corrected or prevented is a grievous one;
  • there is no good reason to believe that the sinner will adequately provide for himself;
  • there is a well-founded expectation that the admonition will be heeded;
  • there is no one else just as well fitted for this work of Christian charity and likely to undertake it;
  • there is no special trouble or disadvantage accruing to the reformer as a result of his zeal.
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To be fair, the post of yours I quoted didn’t mention anthing about CAtholic or non Catholic friends
 
Even the pretty right-wing-leaning (just giving an honest descriptor here, not trying to knock the fellow down. I listen to his show often enough, so I don’t not like him) Father Richard Simon of Relevant Radio suggests that one go to the reception for the sake of maintaining the friendship/family relationship. However he says very clearly to not use wedding wrapping paper, not refer to it as a wedding, for one’s gift, and to give a Bible or a rosary or something as a gift.

I don’t know. That’s what he thinks, anyway.
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Yeah, I think it honestly depends on the person.

If you like to party, it would really send mixed signals if you were up there dancing, drinking, catching the bouquet, etc.

But if you were someone who normally just sits at the table the whole time, then perhaps it would be ok.

But still easier to not go at all
 
No, this one did not. My initial post in this thread did.
Most of the people I know who are gay are either not Catholic or have no religion.
It would be pointless to try to “fraternally correct” someone who sees nothing wrong in what they are doing.
 
No, they’re not Catholic. My friend is very sympathetic to Catholicism and I think her Continuing Anglican parish is very socially conservative. Not in communion with TEC or Canterbury.
I pray they join the Ordinariate.
 
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phil19034 said:
Having a friend who identifies as LGBT is like having a friend who is committing adultery. There are ways to love them as friends/people without approving of their sin.

But SOMETIMES, you have to cut them off if they (whether the LGBT or adulterer) insist that you must approve of their sin.
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This! …
 
It’s a hard line to walk with integrity, where your beliefs are well integrated with your lifestyle, you work, your friends.

I always have an open door policy. I have a couple of friends who are gay and are living their lives openly. It’s not as crazy as you might imagine. They mow their grass on Saturdays like everyone else.
I talk to them, and spend time with them occasionally. They know what I believe and that has been uncomfortable at times. The differences in lifestyle have kept us from mingling too much anyway. The one friend lives in California and we have never gone there and spent time visiting overnight, probably because he is uncomfortable with us.
But I’m not closing the door to friendship with them.
 
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I can’t speak for England, but California has parishes everywhere, even in little mountain towns like mine. I stopped by another parish church this past Saturday, in Truckee at nearly 6000 ft. There are others that are much more remote, like Downieville or Quincy (photo).
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I have a friend like that. I advise to be careful when talking to your friend, don’t say you approve of their actions. But, say that you don’t believe in shaming people of the LGBT group. Just love your friends and pray for them.
 
I don’t see a problem with being friends but at some point I would, charitably, make it clear you don’t agree with some aspects of their lives. That means not attending same sex weddings or any LGBT type events. If they can respect that, and you can stay strong in your faith, I think it might be ok. Plus you may influence one or two of them to change their thinking.
 
Sacramento is the closest major city. Last I read it was one of the most unchurched cities in America. I doubt if that’s improved, probably gotten worse. Once you get out of the big cities, Christianity in general is more noticeable.
I do my little part to make it noticeable.
I wear some Catholic symbol or reference nearly every time I sub teach. A St. Michael medal, a polo shirt or hat representing a Catholic football team, a Cowboys of Faith belt buckle. Wore this just yesterday, to a highly rated public high school. Nobody said a word. I’ll wear the polo another day.
I often carry a football around school campus. Inevitably kids want me to throw it to them. Especially once they’re in the classroom, of course. 😂

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I’m just proselytizin’ football! 🏈
 
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I love my gay friends. they are some of the most authentic people I know. I wouldn’t give them up for anything.
 
Christ told us that we are to LOVE others, even our worst enemies. How much more would you love your friends? By your love and joy, they will wonder what makes you so joyful.
Kolbe1 said:
let them know that they need to repent and that they need Jesus Christ.
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Actually, that job is already assigned to the Holy Spirit.
 
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