1. The bigger problem with the Catholic church & LGBT issues isn't just stance on marriage equality but fundamental incoherence of teaching
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10. Priest/nun are celibate in imitation of Christ but gays/lesbians are enjoined to be celibate just because they are born that way.
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@HeerJeet objection, problem lies in the basic sex is for procreation doctrine. If sex is not ever for more than children, no room for LGBT
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@HeerJeet It's the kind of thing that gets everyone chatting about the applicant pool for the vocational celibacy.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@HeerJeet It emphasizes discernment for priests/religious because not all are capable of celibacy but then expects it from all gays/lesbiansThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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@HeerJeet forced celibacy also applies to someone married, but spouse unable or unwilling to have sex; sex just isn't a right for Catholics -
@HeerJeet and framing sex and romantic fulfillment as a human right runs you into some odd problems of its own! who owes you sex?
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Celibacy is not forced on anyone in the Catholic Church. If celibacy doesn't appeal, don't become a priest, or nun requiring vow of chastity
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