OUR HISTORY
The Catholic Ministry with Lesbian and Gay Persons was called into existence during a sermon given in February 1986 by Archbishop Roger Mahony, then in office only a few months, who called for lesbians and gays to join together, supporting each other on their faith journey.
Our ministry takes its inspiration from the Gospel; it’s shaped by Church teachings and pastoral practice; it borrows appropriately from the insights of the social and biological sciences; and listens, ponders, and prays over the lived experience of those to whom it ministers. We’re proud to be supported throughout the Archdiocese at the parish level as an outreach ministry with LGBTQ+ Catholics, their parents, families, friends, and fellow parishioners.
We connect the LGBTQ+ community to welcoming Catholic parishes so that they can nurture their relationship with Christ in a way that supports their whole being.
LGBTQ+ PEOPLE
We help parents learn more about what it's like to be LGBTQ+ when a child, teen, or young adult comes out to them. We also connect them with fellow parents who share their experience.
PARENTS
We speak at parishes and schools to educate about the importance of LGBTQ+ inclusion, and to provide resources for ministry leaders, teachers, catechists, and pastors in their ministry.
PARISHES & SCHOOLS
OUR MINISTRY
The Catholic Ministry with Lesbian and Gay Persons (CMLGP) works to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all members of the LGBTQ+ community, their families, and their allies to experience the love of God through liturgy, outreach, education, and fellowship.
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CONTACT US
Use the form to send us a message. If you would prefer to call us, please use the following information:
CMLGP Co-Chairs:
Peggy Ehling (she/her), Parent & Ally
peggy.ehling@gmail.com
818-470-2025
Bill Chapman (he/him), LGBTQ+
bchapman222@aol.com
626-354-1455
Chaplain:
Fr. Chris Ponnet (he/him), Priest & Ally
St. Camillus Center for Spiritual Care
323-225-4461, ext. 221