World Youth Day. DignityUSA's World Youth Day Pilgrimage is a great opportunity for LGBTQIA+ Catholic youth and allies to gather and share their experiences and be a witness to other World Youth Day attendees.

By donating to DignityUSA's World Youth Day Pilgrimage, you can help ensure their presence at this global event. Your donation can help cover the cost of travel, lodging, meals and supplies that will help them show their pride.

This pilgrimage can be life-changing for many young people who have sometimes felt marginalized and alone in their faith communities. It can provide them and other attendees hope for a better future for LGBTQIA+ people, their families and allies in the Church. Read more about our pilgrims and donate today!

Lenten Reflections. Are you looking for a meaningful way to deepen your faith this Lenten season? Look no further than DignityUSA's Lenten Scripture Reflections!

We've had some great sessions so far. Join us each Wednesday evening through April 5th at 8pm-9pm ET (7pm-8pm CT/ 6pm-7pm MT/ 5pm-6pm PT) for insightful and engaging discussions on the scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday.

This series is the perfect opportunity to connect with a supportive community and to gain valuable insights on the scripture readings. Register once to receive a reminder each week, and join us for a single session or the entire series—it's completely up to you!

Best of all, this series is completely free, but registration is required. So why not join us for an enriching and transformative Lenten experience? Register now for DignityUSA's Lenten Scripture Reflections!

Families With Dignity Virtual Meeting. Families With Dignity would like to invite you to their upcoming virtual meeting on March 26. They are excited to discuss current initiatives and future plans aimed at supporting families and LGBTQIA+ people within their community. Join Families With Dignity as they explore the various ways to make a positive impact and create lasting change in their communities.

Contact Families With Dignity at familieswithdignity@gmail.com to register today!

Let's work together towards a brighter future for our families!

Jason Steidl Jack Book Chat. Jason Steidl Jack's groundbreaking book, "LGBTQ Catholic Ministry: Past and Present" includes encounters with passionate Catholics who have a storied history of ministry to LGBTQIA+ people in the Church. Join us on March 28th for a live Q&A with the author, where he'll delve into the complexities of church teachings and institutions, and provide real-world solutions for ministers looking to create more inclusive communities.

Despite the heartbreaking history of mistreatment towards LGBTQIA+ Catholics, Jason's book opens up a hopeful future. He amplifies the voices of LGBTQIA+ individuals and their allies to inspire readers to join the movement towards progress. With "LGBTQ Catholic Ministry: Past and Present", you'll learn about the history of these relationships and how to create a more welcoming and supportive environment for all.

Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity to learn and grow. Register now for free at Paulist Press and be a part of this life-changing conversation. Whether you're a member of the LGBTQIA+ community or an ally looking to create change, this book and discussion will inspire you to take action towards a more loving and inclusive world.

Join the DignityUSA Board and make a difference! This spring, we're looking for passionate individuals to fill key positions including President/Vice-President slate and three (3) at-large Board members. If you have a desire to advance our mission and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to submit your nominations. Click here for more information and to learn how you can use your time and talents to help us create a more just and inclusive world. Hurry, nominations close on April 15, 2023!

Celebrate Dignity Philadelphia’s 50th Anniversary!

Dignity Philadelphia is one of the DignityUSA’s chapters celebrating 50 years in 2023. The theme of Dignity Philadelphia’s 50th Anniversary is “Celebrating Our Past, Present, and Future.” The series of anniversary festivities will take place during the weekend of May 20 - 21, 2023 in Philadelphia and will recognize guest of honor Sr. Jeannine Gramick, SL. Tickets will be available later in February. Please visit the Dignity Philadelphia website for more information and to purchase tickets: www.dignityphila.org/anniversary. 

If you are unable to attend the events, but would like to share your best wishes, you can purchase an ad in the Dignity Philadelphia 50th Anniversary program book or share a few lines of congratulatory text! Click here for more information about ads and congratulations messages.

Or, you can make a gift to Dignity Philadelphia here.

Dignity Philadelphia is collecting and digitizing photos from Dignity Philadelphia’s 50-year history. If you have any photos of past or current Dignity Philadelphia members, or of past Dignity Philadelphia events (or of other Dignity events that took place in Philadelphia), please submit them by Saturday, April 1, 2023 via this form: https://forms.gle/tG2wCuLXnaQcCSgD7. 

Hotel Reservations: For those guests traveling from out of town, we invite you to stay overnight in Philadelphia using the Dignity hotel block at the Warwick Rittenhouse Square for $229/night. Use the button below to book your room.
Note: Reservations must be made by April 19, 2023 to guarantee the room rate. Click here to book now.

If you have any questions, please contact Dignity Philadelphia at hello@dignityphila.org.

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Transitions. Br. Thomas Zerafa OFM, a long time supporter of LGBTQIA+ Cathlolics, passed away on February 13, 2023 at the age of 71. Br.Zerafa was a founding member of Dignity/Detroit. You can read more about his life and activism at Pride Source.