Pope Francis has passed. And as someone who was once on the path to becoming a conservative Catholic priest—and now lives openly as a gay man—his death hits hard. In this video, I break down what Pope Francis actually did for LGBTQ Catholics. From his famous “Who am I to judge?” to his quiet yet revolutionary support of queer ministries, this pope changed the vibe of the church, even if he never changed the doctrine.

For outsiders, it may be hard to grasp how radical just saying “You are welcome here” really was. In this episode, I reflect on his legacy, what’s at stake in the election of the next pope, and why so many LGBTQ Catholics now feel uncertain and afraid.

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00:00 Introduction and Personal Background
00:36 Pope Francis' Approach to LGBTQ Issues
01:04 Key Moments and Quotes from Pope Francis
01:45 Pope Francis' Actions
02:35 Impact on LGBTQ Catholics
04:02 Pope Francis' Legacy and Media Strategy
06:33 Concerns About the Future of the Church
09:08 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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