Gay+ 

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Gay+ (Gay Plus) is a celebration of our individual journeys in faith as LGBTQ+ Catholics. Inspired by the radical hospitality here at Old St. Pat’s, we are an inclusive community, welcoming to all sexual orientations, gender identities, and allies!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I’m not gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender. Can I still attend programs or events?
Absolutely! We welcome and encourage friends and allies regardless of sexual identity.

I have a friend from another parish that is LGBTQ+, would she/ he/ they be able to attend?
Yes, we welcome OSP members as well as members of other parishes.
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I’m a parent of a LGBTQ+ child/adult, and I have questions about my new experiences as a Catholic, are there people for me to talk to?
Yes, we sponsor a program of peer companionship called the Listening Parent. Please contact Maureen Schuneman at listeningparent@gmail.com for more information.

Contacts:
Chairperson, Leadership Team
Michael Politano
gayplus@oldstpats.org

Listening Parent Resource
If you’re a parent whose child has just come out and you’d like to speak with somebody about your experience, please contact Maureen.
Maureen Schuneman
meschuneman@aol.com
312.933.6368.

To learn more about Gay+ please contact:
John Parro
johnwparro@gmail.com
312.498.0409  

or

Old St. Patrick's Church Staff Liaison
Bob Kolatorowicz
bobk@oldstpats.org
312.831.9379​