"New York Archdiocese Condemns Trans Activist's Funeral at St. Patrick's Cathedral"

The Archdiocese of New York condemned the funeral of trans activist Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, calling it "scandalous behavior." The service, attended by over 1,000 people, was characterized as "iconic" and "historic" by friends and family, but drew backlash from some Catholics and conservative groups. The cathedral's senior leader stated that they were deceived into hosting the service, leading to a mass of reparation being offered. Organizers defended their choice of venue, while Gentili's family criticized the archdiocese's response, calling the funeral a "historic defiance" of the Church's stance on trans issues.