Francis DeBernardo

Francis DeBernardo

activist United States

Francis DeBernardo is the executive director of New Ways Ministry, a Maryland-based Catholic organization that advocates for LGBTQ+ inclusion within the church. He is recognized for his positive response to Pope Francis' admission of being a sinner, viewing it as a moment of humility that challenged traditional notions of papal infallibility. DeBernardo has actively engaged in dialogues about LGBTQ+ issues, including a significant meeting with Pope Francis where he shared the struggles of transgender individuals within the church.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
28,584
Power
1,137$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 8.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 28,584 $2,700,000 1,137$
Totals 1 67,886,011 28,584 $2,700,000 1,137$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Francis DeBernardo is the executive director of New Ways Ministry, advocating for the LGBTQ+ community within the Catholic Church. 8

BBC: LGBTQ+ Catholics make historic pilgrimage at Vatican

India India: Francis DeBernardo of New Ways Ministry expressed cautious optimism regarding Pope Leo XIV's potential change in attitude towards LGBTQ+ issues. 7

The Times of India: New Pope Leo XIV’s past comments on LGBTQ+ resurface — Here’s what he said

United States United States: Francis DeBernardo runs New Ways Ministry, promoting L.G.B.T.Q. inclusion in the church. 9

The New York Times: Liberals Are Cautiously Optimistic About Pope Leo XIV’s Views on LGBTQ Catholics

United States United States: Francis DeBernardo is the executive director of New Ways Ministry, a Catholic group advocating for LGBTQ+ people. 7

CNN: Analysis: How Pope Francis’ progressive legacy changed the church