His comments calling for the decriminalization of homosexuality were hailed by LGBTQ advocates as a milestone that would help end harassment and violence against LGBTQ persons.
In his note, Francis reaffirmed that homosexuality "is not a crime," and said he spoke out "in order to stress that criminalization is neither good nor just."
But in a nod to his case-by-case approach to pastoral ministry, Francis noted that even that teaching is subject to consideration of the circumstances, "which may decrease or eliminate fault."Every June, the LGBTQ+ community and allies celebrate what has become "Pride Month." "As you can see, I was repeating something in general. I should have said: ‘It is a sin, as is any sexual act outside of marriage.’ This is to speak of ‘the matter’ of sin, but we know well that Catholic morality not only takes into consideration the matter, but also evaluates freedom and intention; and this, for every kind of sin," he said.
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