On September 6, a pilgrimage to the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica will take place for the 'Jonathan’s Tent' association and other groups. 'Tenda di Gionata' is one of the most prominent pro-LGBT 'Catholic' organizations in Italy.
After significant public attention to an LGBT-specific pilgrimage for the 2025 Jubilee, the Vatican has deleted the event from its online public calendar. LifeSite has asked the LGBT group behind the pilgrimage if it will still proceed.
Pope Francis and Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, considered a potential successor to Francis, have reportedly approved an LGBT event for the 2025 Jubilee, including a 'pilgrimage' passing through the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica.
Pope Francis has repeatedly delivered mixed signals, often seeming to significantly depart from Church teaching regarding the pastoring of individuals afflicted with homosexuality and transgenderism