The news: Religion News Service has highlighted an emerging story from India where a transgender activist and a Catholic priest are working together to build inclusion and belonging within the Catholic Church. Their collaboration is drawing attention both within India's Catholic community and internationally, raising important questions about how the Church engages with marginalized communities.
Why it matters for church leaders: Across India, church communities are increasingly encountering questions about inclusion, identity, and pastoral care for people who feel on the margins of society. How your church responds — whether Catholic, Protestant, or Pentecostal — will shape your witness in your neighborhood and your congregation's culture for years to come.
The takeaway: Take time this week to discuss with your leadership team how your church is intentionally reaching out to and pastoring those who feel excluded from religious community.
Source: Religion News Service via Google News
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