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Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks from Chicago as the new archbishop of New York, succeeding Cardinal Timothy Dolan, amid ongoing efforts to address sexual abuse settlements and navigate church relations with political issues, reflecting a new era for the U.S. Catholic Church.
Pope Leo XIV appointed Bishop Ronald Hicks as the new archbishop of New York, replacing Cardinal Dolan, signaling a shift towards a more pastoral and less politically outspoken leadership aligned with Rome and Pope Francis's reforms.
The funeral of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York drew condemnation from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York, with a senior church official denouncing the event as a scandal. Gentili, known for her advocacy work for transgender people, sex workers, and those with HIV, was celebrated by a large audience at the cathedral. The controversial funeral sparked a statement of outrage from the church, leading to a subsequent Mass of Reparation. The event also featured a performance by "Pose" actor Billy Porter, drawing criticism from conservative groups.
The New York Archdiocese condemned the "scandalous behavior" at a funeral for transgender activist Cecilia Gentili held at St. Patrick's Cathedral, stating they were unaware of her identity and atheism. Attendees reportedly made disruptive gestures and comments during the service, prompting the Archdiocese to express outrage. Gentili, a prominent advocate for transgender and sex worker rights, was remembered by her family as a revolutionary saint, while the Archdiocese criticized the funeral's alleged sacrilegious and deceptive nature.
The funeral of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York drew condemnation from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese, sparking controversy. The church official called the event a scandal and held a Mass of Reparation following the funeral. Gentili, known for her advocacy work, received praise from New York Governor Kathy Hochul and was mourned by a large audience at the cathedral, including a performance by "Pose" actor Billy Porter. The event has sparked debate and condemnation from conservative groups.
The funeral of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York drew denunciation from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York, leading to a Mass of Reparation. Gentili, a prominent advocate for transgender people, sex workers, and those with HIV, was celebrated by over 1,000 attendees, including a performance by "Pose" actor Billy Porter. The event sparked controversy within the Catholic community, with the church condemning the funeral as sacrilegious and scandalous, while supporters praised Gentili's impact on the LGBTQ+ community.
The New York Archdiocese condemned the behavior at the funeral of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili, held at St. Patrick's Cathedral, stating that they were deceived about her identity and that the funeral was "scandalous." While the funeral celebrated Gentili's advocacy for marginalized communities, the archdiocese criticized the use of a sacred hymn and a speaker's reference to Gentili as "the mother of all whores." Gentili's friends defended the funeral as a reflection of her impact and love for her community, while the archdiocese expressed outrage over the event.
The Roman Catholic archdiocese of New York City has condemned the funeral service for transgender activist Cecilia Gentili at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, where some mourners cheered her as “the mother of all whores”. The packed funeral took place 10 days after Gentili's death, with the archdiocese stating that it had no idea the service would be degraded in such a sacrilegious way. While some criticized the service as a mockery of the Christian faith, others praised the church for hosting a funeral for a transgender woman. Gentili's family accused the archdiocese of hypocrisy and anti-trans hatred, while organizers and attendees celebrated her life and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community.