Source: Fox News
Summary
At least 20 Catholic colleges and universities are holding separate LGBTQ-affirming graduation ceremonies, known as “lavender graduations,” to honor and celebrate the achievements of their LGBTQ+ graduates. These ceremonies are separate from the main commencement ceremony and may include special performances, keynote speakers, and unique cords or stoles. The Cardinal Newman Society, a Catholic watchdog group, has criticized these events, arguing that they promote an ideology at odds with the church’s teaching.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Catholic colleges are holding separate graduation ceremonies for LGBTQ+ students, with some events featuring drag performances and special honors. The ceremonies are intended to celebrate the achievements of LGBTQ+ graduates, but have been criticized by the Cardinal Newman Society for promoting an ideology at odds with the church’s teaching. The events are part of a larger trend of colleges and universities hosting identity-based commencement celebrations. The tension between these events and Catholic teachings is a familiar one, with the church’s stance on LGBTQ+ issues being a long-standing point of contention.
Author: Evan Null
