Francis DeBernardo
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.
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Francis DeBernardo of New Ways Ministry expressed cautious optimism regarding Pope Leo XIV's potential change in attitude towards LGBTQ+ issues.
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Francis DeBernardo runs New Ways Ministry, promoting L.G.B.T.Q. inclusion in the church.
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Francis DeBernardo expressed cautious optimism about the new pope's approach to LGBTQ+ issues.
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Francis DeBernardo is the executive director of New Ways Ministry, a Catholic group advocating for LGBTQ+ people.
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