Like many of the at least 34 gender policies and instructions approved by Catholic dioceses nationwide, the Portland guidelines direct Catholic institutions to interact with youths on the basis of their "biological sex identity, rather than self-perceived gender identity." "May everyone who reads this document feel the love and compassion with which it was written and feel their hearts turned toward Our Lord Jesus Christ and to his truth," said Sample. The 17-page document is intended to "provide clarity on the Catholic Church's teaching," wrote the archbishop in a letter accompanying the document. 25, Archbishop Alexander Sample shared "A Catholic Response to Gender Identity Theory: Catechesis and Pastoral Guidelines" with western Oregon priests the following day it was released to principals. diocese to issue a document affecting the lives of LGBTQ young people, their families, and those who instruct and care for them.
The Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon, is the latest U.S.
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