St. Patrick's Cathedral Hosts Controversial Funeral for Transgender Activist Cecilia Gentili

The iconic New York cathedral faces backlash after unknowingly hosting a funeral that sparked outrage among the Catholic community.

St. Patrick’s Cathedral says it was tricked into hosting a funeral for transgender activist Cecilia Gentili, leading to outrage among Catholics.
The funeral, attended by over 1,000 people, included unconventional elements such as dancing in the aisles and calls for transgender rights.
Cecilia Gentili, a prominent advocate for the trans community, sex workers, and HIV/AIDS patients, was celebrated as 'St. Cecilia, mother of all whores.'
The Archdiocese of New York condemned the event as 'scandalous' and 'sacrilegious,' stating it was unaware of Gentili's background.
The incident has sparked a debate within the Catholic community, with some praising the church for inclusivity and others calling for a Mass of Reparation.