LGBTQ+ Pilgrimage Listed, Then Removed From Vatican's 2025 Jubilee Calendar

The Vatican clarified that the event's inclusion was not an endorsement, as debates over LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Church continue.

The Vatican initially listed an LGBTQ+ group's pilgrimage on its 2025 Jubilee calendar but later removed it from the official website without explanation.
La Tenda di Gionata, an Italian LGBTQ+ Christian group, organized the pilgrimage, set to include prayer vigils, a walk through the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, and a Mass at the Gesù Church in Rome.
Vatican officials emphasized that the event's inclusion in the calendar did not signify Church sponsorship or endorsement, stating that such pilgrimages are routinely registered upon request.
The event has been described by supporters as a step toward inclusivity, while critics argue it contradicts traditional Catholic teachings on homosexuality.
Despite the removal from the Vatican’s website, the pilgrimage is expected to proceed as planned, drawing attention to ongoing tensions over LGBTQ+ acceptance within the Catholic Church.