All D-Group Leaders should watch the series on Y-Disciple: Training: Walking with Teens & the LGBTQ Experience [3 videos] Talk to Ruth Gladitsch for access.
For a great resource and blog written by Catholic individuals who struggle with SSA. Instead of embracing the ideals of the LBGTQ+ community, they find joy and peace by living out the virtue of chastity and holiness. Check out the Eden Invitation! www.edeninvitation.com
Charles LiMandri: How to Talk About Homosexuality
Fr. Mike Schmitz: Love and Same Sex Attraction
Fr. Mike Schmitz: The Transgender Question
Fr. Paul Checks: Biblical Teaching on Homosexuality
Fr. Paul Checks: Is Homosexuality Genetic?
Jason Evert: Homosexuality (short)
Jason Evert: Gay Marriage and Homosexuality and the Church
Tim Staples: Why Would God Create Someone With Same-Sex Attraction?
USCCB: Ministry to Persons with a Homosexual inclination: Guidelines for Pastoral Care - for group leaders
Book Recommendations:
“In Pursuit: Confessions of a Gay Catholic Teenager” Published by Lifeteen, this is a very personal story of a young Catholic’s journey towards chastity and truth in the midst of his own struggle with Same Sex attraction. This is a powerful story to help those in ministry understand a bit more of what some of our young people may be experiencing. Talk to Ruth to get a copy.
“Made for Love: Same Sex Attractions and the Catholic Church” by Father Mike Schmitz. Each D-Group leader is given their own copy during their first year as a D-Group leader; talk to Ruth if you need another copy.
As always, we are working to expand our list of resources. If you have anything to add, please let us know!