Homosexuality, Gay Marriage, and Holiness

In this segment from Ascension's program "YOU: Life, Love, and the Theology of the Body", Jason Evert discusses homosexuality, gay marriage, and the Catholic Church...including why he looks forward to the day the Catholic Church has a same-sex-attracted saint.
For segments addressing transgender issues, pornography, contraception and more, check out the program here: bit.ly/3vAUoiG

[@jaurellodragon1995]

I've been in the closet since I was 8. I'm 17 now. This has been the best and most direct video about homosexuality and the catholic church. I sobbed my eyes out. I'm seeing the world in a new perspective. Thank you.

[@Helsynch]

as a catholic, i just want to personally remind you that you are loved. yes, you experienced very gruely difficulties. but that is your cross you have to bear. i love you, the church loves you, and God loves you most of all.

[@alawafidelia4585]

I'm glad you found it helpful. God loves you very much and we're all much more than our sexual attractions. We all love you very much!

[@Grokford]

@@Helsynch How cruel to call a fruit of a the spirit a cross to bear.

[@dariacosma6822]

@@Grokford what did helsynch call a cross to bear what was really a fruit of the spirit?

[@carolhannah4635]

May God keep blessing you. X

[@seewhathadhappenedwas328]

I clicked this video a little afraid, but five seconds in I knew the message would be gentle and uplifting. I mean seriously, this man is so truthful but not brutal. He wasn't at all hateful, and he spoke the truth in a kind way that wouldn't push people away. God bless, and thank you for this message, I really needed it

[@roxanardh]

Same

[@STHFGDBY]

Oh please. Are you serious.? What you are agreeing with is not of the holy spirit but of the devil himself.

[@STHFGDBY]

@rowan orre Really, explain why?

[@cl0v3rg4rd3n]

@@STHFGDBY Wow. Be quiet and actually listen to this video. It's not the devil, it's love. Nothing is wrong with who you love. In the Bible it says "Man shall not lay with man" Which translates to "Man shall not lay with boy" Which has to do with pedo things. You know what God also hates? Hate. I hope that you find peice and become more accepting towards others. Thank you.

[@STHFGDBY]

@@cl0v3rg4rd3n Good job you twisting the scriptures to appease the devil.

[@colleenlongua9752]

This is what the Catholic Church is supposed to be, love, intelligence and reason.

[@MichElle-sd6gj]

It is but those not well educated misinterpret God’s Word

[@dalmatinka9084]

Number221 B This is what the Catholic Church IS.

[@mariaesparza4067]

we are, sadly, it's a personal behavior. All "religions" point that finger at us, but don't look at themselves.

[@STHFGDBY]

And what else? Acceptance of all kinds of vile practices. Give me a break. You people are an affront to the church of Jesus Christ. You no longer recognise sin and when you do you mask it with false beliefs.

[@STHFGDBY]

It is, but it also obeys the holy scriptures regarding sexual immorality and fornication. Do you follow that rule ? .

[@thecandidcounterbalance1492]

"Your sexual attractions are *not* your identity." Thank you for saying this. I have two master's degrees, and I have never heard anyone utter these words before - not a professor, colleague, classmate... But as you said them, I realized how absolutely true those words are.

[@oopsiepoopsie2898]

The Candid Counterbalance I didn’t even go to college and most college people I know say your sexuality isn’t your full identity it’s just part of it

[@pastorbri]

homophobia should also not be an identity

[@pastorbri]

@TheEndtimes good point really, and so same goes for the homophobics, they should wear that tag if that is who they are.

[@fla8623]

yes but they are a big part of your identity. Stop pretending that it isn't. If it wasn't, you wouldn't even be thinking about it.😂😂

[@thecandidcounterbalance1492]

@@fla8623 The mainstream media & academics have made them an "important" part of identity. But it should actually be private. Keep it on your dating apps. Your colleagues and family members don't need to know what you get up to in the bedroom.

[@anaizabelortiz7121]

Thank you for being an ambassador of love in the Catholic church. This is a fine example of saying the truth in kindness.

[@GavinAlexander.]

Nothing about his video is about love. It's about manipulation.

[@walterromanoff2953]

False teachings by a false prophet Everything he said is a lie Nothing he said was in the Bible His opinions not even Catholic Is he a priest I doubt it

[@addieschmit9366]

@@walterromanoff2953 you don’t have to be a priest to express the word of God

[@pastorbri]

we should be an ambassador of the christian church, not a religion.

[@tito810]

Wow this is beautiful. This is why I love Catholicism. The church is able to speak the truth to reach the hearts of the sheep outside of the herd.

[@tito810]

BornAgain happyfriday lol as catholics we believe only jesus saves us. You should do research on the history of Christianity my friend.

[@tito810]

BornAgain happyfriday yeah I know what the gospel means. Since coming back into the catholic faith I learned where Christianity has come from and it's come Jesus Christ who gave the keys to peter. Who started your church?

[@n.c.108]

tito810 So is this guy is the Catholic Church ? Is he the Holy father ? Do you realize he speaks against Jesus and the sacraments of Catholicism? Don't be naive and deceived

[@tito810]

BornAgain happyfriday I ask you a question yet you do not answer it. Please do not dodge the question.

[@tito810]

N. C. Sorry bro I don't have time for you. My attention is towards born again happyfriday.

[@jakebagnod3751]

That honestly the first tim in 14 years that I have felt like I'm not an abomination. When he apologized for all the those that have rejected me I felt a dagger come out of my heart. I forgive you and I pray that you can forgive me for all of the bad thoughts and things I have thought. God bless YOU all lets make it a great Easter!!! where we celebrate the defeat of sin and death and the resurrection of christ and our hearts

[@xHannaHx33]

♥️✝️♥️

[@fla8623]

God loves you and you should love yourself. Love yourself enough to find someone who you love even though they might be from the same gender.

[@Jeanjellybean13]

"God hates your stupid signs." Put some ice on that burn.

[@efandmk3382]

God hates? Are you sure you're a Christian?

[@markwilkie7633]

@@efandmk3382 Actually is theologically accurate to hate certain things

[@heathsavage4852]

Idiots carrying hateful, spiteful, violent signs in God's name are the problem. Usually they are carried by protestants.

[@tryhardf844]

@@heathsavage4852 Exactly. In the bible it states clearly that God even laughs at those who pratice hatred to one another,because it is absurd.

[@just-nv4559]

@@efandmk3382 He/she is true tho.. God doesn't hate the sinner he hates the sin and the sin is the sign. (kindof)

[@francisluke4739]

I'm a bi Catholic and hearing this is so amazing, I stepped away from the church because I was afraid of what would be said about me and my partner but then I saw this sought of love from other catholics and priests and have come back stronger than ever in my faith. Am I still nervous to talk openly about my relationship with new priests, yes but I'm getting there.

[@DaughterofGod333]

The Catholic Church still and forever will teach that God's marriage is one man plus one woman ONLY. Plus, there are only two genders, male and female. Stick with the truth 🙏🏽

[@DaughterofGod333]

Also, be careful of the heresies of Fr. James Martin, S.J.

[@francisluke4739]

@@DaughterofGod333 Did I refute either of those things? My partner and I aren't married and I didn't say anything about gender (although male and female are sexes not genders)

[@MZONE991]

@@francisluke4739 Homophobia is a plague in the Church, we must eradicate it quickly, we preached too long that same sex relations are sinful but we forgot that homophobia is also deeply sinful the Church must stay in the middle and make a balance, as St. Augustine teaches, do not hate man because God made him, but however hate the sin because humans made it

[@GavinAlexander.]

How can this be amazing to you? It's a pile of condescending, manipulative hogwash, designed to keep you locked into participation with an immoral institution and belief.

[@arubani-7592]

The guy is such a sweetheart! I'm a girl who's been struggling with homosexuality, soon to turn 20 years old and I've never laid a hand on a man or woman before. I feel sometimes that I'm in a state of romantic limbo and I'm in a state of permanent abstinence and will be for the rest of my life. Sometimes I feel I'll miss out on certain qualities of life or if I ever had a soul mate who I let down. This video cheered me up a little though! Very good content. God bless

[@catrionamcneill6307]

Amiii Mi I

[@AnnInFL]

kevin Celibacy affirms the goodness of marriage. Because marriage is a holy sacrament given by God, to forego it out of love is a great sacrifice to make for God. To do this requires grace from God.

[@pcjgrjpaj]

Hi Amiii Mi, you may have heard of Courage, a Catholic apostolate, which helps people with SSA to live their Catholic faith. The Courage website includes the testimonies of souls who are on a journey to Christ. Their witness to living the Faith is extremely powerful. I am not SSA, yet I draw deep inspiration by how these souls carry a great cross which has been bestowed upon them by God. This cross will make them saints, great saints, perhaps unknown to the world yet known to God. God Bless Paul J

[@ezinnwa]

I Wil pray for you everyday. God loves you and we all love you too. Remember to go to church and pray to God. his grace is always sufficient. God bless

[@MrJsloma41]

Amiii, you're breaking my heart. You're young, and you're earnest, but just like you said--you're on the verge of missing out on what life has to offer. It's so tough to read a story like yours. I hope you'll hear me out. People like the man in this video and in this comment section are genuinely well-meaning, good people. And that's great. It's awesome to be supported. It's awesome to be part of something larger than yourself. And it's even more awesome to be supported by those who share your belief in that larger thing. I'm sure you feel a sense of warmth, love, and belonging when you hear a genuinely caring man affirm your humanity like this. But there's something else going on here. Something insidious. The ideas put forward in this video are crafted to accomplish two things. First, the video aims to educate people about the doctrinal reasons the Catholic Church rejects homosexual behavior. Indeed, homosexuality and Catholicism don't get along very well ideologically. In the past, things were much uglier and much more hateful. There has been improvement in the church, and this video is evidence of that improvement. Thank goodness for that. Secondly, once its made the case, the video aims to then combat homosexuality with quite a bit of careful rhetoric that makes it appear that gay and lesbian Christians are actually accepted by the church. All you have to do, you're told, is embrace your homosexuality but deny the homosexual behavior. You're told that abstinence is not a denial of your identity because sexual preference isn't a part of your identity--only godliness is. You're told that gay marriage is not about inequality, but about a misunderstanding of terminology. You are made to believe that since kind, thoughtful people like this man will always accept you, that you must believe them when they tell you to deny your immoral urges and proclivities. All of this advice probably comes across to you as another instance of the same support and concern you've always felt from this community. You are supposed to feel accepted--not pushed away. All you have to do is suppress, and that acceptance will continue. Amiii, leave this community of believers. Find people who will not make your decision to remain abstinent a barrier to entry. Find people who encourage you to embark on a journey of self-discovery in which you arrive at your own decisions by your own means. Find people who will not steer you away from life choices unless those choices are infringing on the free choices of others. Find people who will not only accept who you are spiritually, but who will celebrate ALL aspects of your identity, including your sexuality, your religion, your passions and interests, and whatever else YOU choose. Life is short, and being human is too beautifully complex to deny such large aspects of your experience as your sexuality. You yourself sense that you might be missing out. You're still young--there's still time to change. Please venture beyond this corner of the internet. You will find other communities of support--heck, you will find thousands of gay and lesbian Christians who are not commanded to suppress their sexualities. In their denominations, they are just accepted for who they are! Really, all I want is for people like you to not fall for this rhetoric. It's appealing, and it's convincing, but it isn't healthy. Your life experience will be so much fuller if you branch out, even just a little bit. Best of luck, Amiii. I hope you don't find the extensive life advice of a random internet commenter too off-putting :)

[@captainsheerbun9814]

ATTA BOY JASON. Way to communicate effectively with love and intelligence. You make this confusing, broken world a much...much better place. God Bless you, bro.

[@RainsCloud777]

All I can say is thank you. This definitely influenced my decision to convert to Catholicism , I’d been thinking about it for sometime now and I was afraid bc of this topic..but this settled my soul💓

[@pastorbri]

Go christian not catholic

[@andreslara2377]

pastor brian stop using the Bible then, it was put together by the Catholic Church

[@pastorbri]

@@andreslara2377 the bible was put together by christians and bible scholars, get educated.

[@andreslara2377]

pastor brian who were these scholars? When was it put together? Who has the original texts?

[@pastorbri]

@@andreslara2377 who were these scholars? A huge range of people, did u not know? When was it put together? After Jesus died and rose again, it was written by witnesses, the deciples and more over a few hundred years.... Who has the original texts? Religious folk now hold them.

[@Britfan06]

Very very very well said! I feel the Church is so misunderstood about this topic, and hope more people get to see this.

[@vashnanerada8757]

Why

[@GregAitchison]

Thank you SO MUCH for posting this. As a middle school theology teacher I've become convinced that this is the number one misunderstood issue for teenagers today and one that holds many of them back from ever fully embracing their faith. As Jason references, most young people today have been brought up thinking there are only two sides to this issue: "Gay pride" or "gay shame". The third, Catholic way, has never been presented to them, especially in such a respectful and loving manner as in this video. I’m sure there’ll be some kickback, but I am also sure those who actually watch the entirety of this clip with an open mind and heart will be richly blessed. May God bless all who watch this video, all who experience same-sex attraction, and especially all who have ever been hurt by members of the Church. Know that you are loved, welcomed with open arms, and prayed for.

[@jamz3243]

Do you know why the catholic way of abstinence isn't really followed by many people? its because human sexuality is basically something we can't run away from or pray away. What would be better if priests (and specifically bishops/cardinals) got their collective heads out of their behinds and realize that God isn't offended by how we have sex. (he lets kids be bombed by asshole presidents/dictators around the world but cares how two people have sex? what kind of sick pervert is God? ) But in 100% seriousness bishops and cardinals alike need to be against these cannon laws (109.1, 226.1-2, and 1061.1) and change them to allow for gays to be married or not claim that BECAUSE they can't have children its "a sin". These types of official paperwork allow for bigots to continue being bigots in our church.

[@jamz3243]

Seriously as a theology teacher I am eager to learn how dictators who harm children, murders, etc. are equal to two happy people (of the same sex) who decide to play a little naked wrestling in bed. (or you know wherever appropriate) I mean you can make the argument dictators and murders are similar to spousal abusers and thieves but you can't even compare thieves and robbers to gay people who actually love one another. (no not being able to have kids is not stealing or killing anyone because your sperm and or eggs are not alive) Or rather your sperm and eggs are not alive UNLESS you believe that one part of the gospel where Jesus says that "God can make men/sons of abraham of these stone" and you also respect every pebble you step on. I know. I know, I've already had a very lengthy discussion with quiet a few theologians about "pro life" and while I disagree, there is an argument to be made for that.... but there isn't one for gays being sinners.

[@congratulationslol2826]

Jose Mendoza God has a valuable reason (in his defence),to ALLOW the Dictators harm the children and let the murders take place. I could tell you the reason if you want.

[@andrewbennett6089]

Jose Mendoza That doesn’t make sense. I think God DOES care if a man forced a woman to have sex without consent. So should the law.

[@anastasiawasylinko5482]

The constant sexualization is an all too true and sad situation. I'm looking forward to the day when that's not the case. This was such a great video! Good job!

[@KevinQualls]

Baptist here and fellow brother in the Lord saying "Amen".

[@jyn-ivanbusulwa6727]

God bless you

[@STHFGDBY]

Baptist ? Baptist of what ? Not of Jesus that's for sure. Shame on you for believing you are a man of God. You are not, not by a long stretch.

[@xotan]

@@STHFGDBY What a hateful thing to say. You come across as shamelessly intolerant. Is that really what you are? If so, then may I remind you that Our Lord was never a Catholic. He was a Jew and would certtainly have said the Jewish testament of faith:'Sh'ma Yisroel Adonai Elohenu..': Hear Israel the Lord our God; you shall love the Lordn your God.n with all your heart....... and your neighbour as yourself. And who is your neighbour? Even the Samitan is your neighbour, as Jesus's parable makes clear.

[@STHFGDBY]

@@xotan Don't you dare point your finger and accuse me you hypocrite. I'm stating facts. And Jesus formed the Catholic church by his Apostles. Jesus said ''Simon Peter you are my rock and upon this rock I will build my church'' What church do you believe Jesus was referring to. And where is St Peters tomb? Oh I get it, St Peter is buried under St Peters Basilica in Rome the Vatican. Isn't it strange the Catholic Church is built on Top of St Peters tomb when you consider what Jesus said to him.? So yes, Jesus did form the Catholic Church .And remember it was the Jews that had him crucified because he challenged their beliefs. And even to this day most Jews do not believe Jesus is the son of God. So Let me ask you a question, do you believe his Mother Mary was a Virgin when and after she gave birth to Jesus ? I want to see how much you call Jesus a Liar.

[@Alexander44665]

@@STHFGDBY reading your post makes me glad that my Protestant mother stood up to my Catholic father and insisted that I be Protestant. Sounds like she was right!

[@kristeandreatujague7016]

"You don't change your attractions, you choose your behaviors" Amen.

[@firebeard2412]

I am actually looking into becoming a catholic. I had multiple catholic friends and as I accepted jesus a God and the holy spirit into my life I was drawn to the church. This was one subject that always worried me though. I'm not homosexual but I have many homosexual or bisexual friends and I was worried as to whether the church was truly homophobic. Thank you for clearing it up.

[@zu1788]

Welcome Home!

[@yeolebutton4233]

The Church is a beautiful place to be :)

[@nickshininger]

God bless you! I will be praying for you and your conversion 😊

[@littlebird2438]

Look into the Traditional Latin Catholic Mass. It is the most beautiful blessing given to man. The New Order mass will just lead you to confusion with all its incongruencies.

[@yeolebutton4233]

@@littlebird2438 Peace, Love, TLM

[@michelledurocher7524]

👏🏻this video is answer to prayer. Thank you for so eloquently putting this into words! I have been in search for something like this for so long and I am so thankful for you Jason! God bless you!!

[@DanceIt0ut]

I have been thinking about how I'd respond to this topic for a while now; thank you Jason Evert for mapping it all out. Everything makes so much sense when he explains it.

[@briankelly85]

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage...

[@maddyhoeltke-brown2515]

I know this might cause a little backlash from some people (not all of course!), but I'm a gay atheist, and I still appreciated this video more than I can express. I appreciate the goal of normalizing opens of sexuality as well as the importance of ALL KINDS of relationships: from friendships to romantic relationships to accountability partners. The way you feel is not always in your control, but the way you react to those feelings and your circumstance is. I deeply appreciate the love you spread over hatred. Despite our differences, I love you all as well, even if our viewpoints are different, and I hope you know that as an atheist, I am not evil, and I don't have an empty life without purpose or goodness or love. I am driven and happy and full of love to spread, and I believe that life is not about me but about coming together to spread hope, joy, love, and peace for all. I know others believe in a different purpose for why we are here, and I completely respect that! I embrace people of all kinds, and I do my best to love unconditionally and live intentionally to make the most of this life spreading the most positivity and good that I possibly can. Whoever you are and wherever you are in your life, you are beautiful, supported, loved, and you can do this! We are all in this life together, so lets help each other along the way! Much love to you all!

[@lieskekeegstra7455]

Big hug and lots of love back from Ireland

[@viktorreznov8740]

I'm not sure where you got any of that in the video. Nowhere in Church doctrine does it say a single thing about accepting any form of sexuality other than heterosexual behaviour in the confines of marriage. The RCC is NOT open to allowing say the behaviour you choose to indulge in. You may take what I'm saying as unkind or mean but what you got from this video wasn't really what the Church teaches. Yes we love you regardless but we do not accept the life you're living and pray for you to repent. No one of any amount of Faith will say that any form of sexual act outside of a man and woman in marriage is ok.

[@Creasingdrip40]

This was absolutely beautiful and I'd love to relay this to my homosexual friends to let them know that even if they don't believe or don't practice that they are still loved by me and God and that I hope they someday consider joining the Catholic Church. Thank you for speaking the truth that God loves all of us no matter what our sexuality is and that he will continue to love us and we should do the same for him.

[@nancyle9507]

Creasing Drip40

[@geoffcaflisch1352]

As long as you clear with them 7th at they will have a lifetime of celibacy if they become a Catholic and abide by their teachings . If they were my good friends, why would I deny them what I have treasured in my own twenty marriage.

[@ThinkLuckyThink]

Don't.

[@fla8623]

Lol, you will lose your friends

[@antoniob.italia79]

I appreciated every single word that you said in this video! For years I considered myself an "untouchable" and I lived like an hermit....Now I stopped to live in that way...but I keep my homosexuality for myself...I have never said that to people who I love because I am afraid of losing them.... Thanks for these great words.

[@lieskekeegstra7455]

Sending big hugs and I hope you find people who will make you feel welcome and loved enough to share. Sorry you have felt like you can’t share. Lots of love from Ireland.

[@antoniob.italia79]

@@lieskekeegstra7455 Thanks ,hugs from Italy

[@donoose]

Thank you Jason Evert! I hope I meet you one day. You have melted my hard heart in ways you will never know

[@brianreillyrosaryreilly3178]

Go and don't sin again - jesus Christ

[@ramonacastro1530]

Amen!

[@waltermromanoff349]

Who defines sin Society or the Bible or the Catholic Church Bible says homosexuality is a sin very clearly So is sex without marriage So are impure thoughts That’s why we needed a savior because we are sinners

[@ramonacastro1530]

@@waltermromanoff349 Amen and Amen! 😊

[@waltermromanoff349]

Ramona Castro Thanks for saying hi People want to keep sinning and usually get mad if you don’t condone what they are doing When I got saved I wanted to stop sinning Before I was saved I didn’t know or care if I was sinning. Have a great day I’m sitting in the sun with my dog and thanking Jesus for being my savior.

[@ramonacastro1530]

@@waltermromanoff349 I totally agree with u! We just need t stand firm in our belief, and pray for humanity and each other for strength to endure the bashimgs we believers go thru! The day I accepted the Lord I wasn't looking for him, but am so happy he was looking for me😊! God bless you brother! I love you! In Wat part of this world r u? Blessings! 😊🙏💞

[@cw4608]

“Our world is hyper sexualized”. You hit the nail on the head, things have become so weird in the last three decades. “Not all attractions are sexual” so many gems in one video!

[@Alexander_No_Muy_Estupendo]

Great video! I'm a Christian and am also attracted to men (I'm a guy by the way). Your video really resonates with me.

[@billythekidd4571]

BornAgain happyfriday Really? Sort of interesting that you'd think that, because I'm Catholic and I don't think you can work your way into heaven. You know, when Paul mentions works in the Bible, he's not referring to good deeds we do to glorify God, he's talking about the works of the Jewish faith, that is, things such as circumcision and other Jewish mandates that were thought to be necessary for salvation. The works of the Jewish faith aren't necessary for salvation, that's what the passage means. I don't think your really understanding it, your just reading it aloud without much context.

[@mjanczakowski]

BornAgain happyfriday Indeed it is ultimately God's grace alone that saves us. However, it is that same faith that compels us into action. For example, in the case of the thief on the cross, the man surely had faith, but this faith compels him to take action - to ask Jesus for forgiveness. If he doesn't do that, it makes us question the rigor of that faith. Thus, salvation comes from faith and works by virtue of the fact that true faith demands action.

[@RX7FDfreak]

Michael James Janczakowski excellent response.

[@Alexander_No_Muy_Estupendo]

BornAgain happyfriday - don't ever tell me that I'm not a Christian because of my sin. Did you listen to the video? As I stated, I'm attracted to men, I never said that I engage in the activity. Even if I did, I still accept Jesus as my Lord and savior so yes I am most certainly a Christian. If you have a problem with that then that's your problem. Take your self-righteous nonsense and shove it up your arse.

[@hellymia88]

BornAgain happyfriday "a true christian does not continue in sin..." so are you saying that you as a christian NEVER sin?

[@transfigurationyouthminist3619]

This was truly amazing and covered so many different arguments and questions in one video! Thank you Jason! :) I look forward to sharing this video with the kids in my youth group. :)

[@daytonjames511]

This is one of the best videos I have seen in a while.

[@squirtle7G1]

God wants us to be United in his love and in his Church! ♥️ God bless you all at Ascension Presents!

[@rafaelpastrano-espinoza8924]

Praise Jesus Christ and the TRUE TEACHINGS OF THE TRUE AND ONLY CATHOLIC CHURCH

[@thedefender9516]

Ave Maria!

[@jefftaylor5462]

Rafael Pastrano-Espinoza yeah but the church embraces pedophilia and pays priests off who have sex with boys. I'm a catholic but don't believe the priests

[@jamz3243]

Did you even learn about the Vatican II? or are you one of those people that would actually go to a mass said in latin where he priest faces away from you? Reminder: the catholic church IS NOT the only pathway to salvation according to Vatican II So....

[@rafaelpastrano-espinoza8924]

In which way did it infere that i held such belief? I don't. I certainly believe that jesus christ is Lord alone and that none is higher than God himself. The catholic church believes the same. hence why i praise Jesus and the true teaching of his church, The church founded by his disciples with Jesus's authority, the Catholic church.

[@rafaelpastrano-espinoza8924]

Jose, Vatican II is great! Needed too! Thanks for the reminder, I have no doubts that God has infinite mercy and saves according to his immense love across all platforms of life and understanding. This is not to say that there is not a objective truth, a moral obligation, and a best way of living our life and worshipping our God. So... what my friend?

[@elleville]

Thank you for this very relevant discussion. I am married with 3 children and I take care of young people in our community and I struggle in this topic. I was born Catholic and will die a Catholic for I love the Catholic Church. What you have discussed today made me love my Church more for I see the Truth in our faith.

[@zippyblessed839]

Are you born again?

[@casio3235]

EXCELLENT !!! Catholicism one on one. Thank you

[@oscarramos606]

These is what I love about being a Catholic.

[@deathsheadhawkmoths]

:) me too ♡

[@Sebas-zn2he]

You realize the church doctrines aren’t what you’re supposed to follow it’s the Word of God? If the Catholic Church says that (let’s just say) using God’s name in vain is not a sin anymore that doesn’t mean that His rules suddenly change.

[@merum3692]

Me tooooo

[@beastboy2596]

No being Catholic to fellow what God commanded us to do Marry one Man and one Women. To violate this is like a restaurant violating the health code.

[@SrbijaCG]

What? Practicing of false christianity?

[@hutch1505]

This dude is so cool. Amen, man. Amen 🙏

[@DanielWSonntag]

Wow! Great video. I may not be a saint, but a long life of gay shame at first, then gay pride, I now live a life purely for Christ. My experiences taught me unconditional love, forgiveness, compassion for others. But it also taught me that I am NOT simply a penis or an anus! (Even if I act like one 😉) I choose a chaste life and I've never felt so free. I feel the opposite of suppressed. I feel like I have a Reason to live. I love that God created me the way that I am and is there to teach me love and how to love. I no longer have to run and hide. I help support others looking for some support or relief from the guilt, shame or confusion. God IS love. Anything else we just make up on our own. Let's just love!

[@amypolsinelli7948]

What we need more than anything...MORE PEOPLE LIKE YOU!!❤

[@calibanxpable]

God is inside all of us. We all should act like it. : )

[@rory5113]

Aryany Funes wow what a pervert he must be

[@sheezamann2724]

ARYANY FUNES----that is what they WANT You to believe........it isn't true

[@Fiftynine414]

Thank you for truth. Our Church is a beacon of Light. God bless you.

[@TheChio116]

WOW 😮 beautiful Thank You! So much

[@cmcasadoiro]

Finally, someone who openly speaks the truth about catholic church and homosexuality. Thank you, I am going to share this video right now, it is the perfect summary of what I believe in. God bless you!

[@faroshscale]

"Forget about god, the church, and the bible, and do whatever you want with your body!" That sounds like an excellent plan. This video was very helpful thank you

[@Lev15157]

finally someone who gets it, these arguments only make sense to people whi are already indoctrinated. to normal people its all just a big old web of diarrhea.

[@efandmk3382]

You don't get it. Homosexuality is not about what you do with your body. It's about who you prefer to share your life with. Is your marriage all about sex, or is sex a small component?

[@gammagamer6397]

Do whatever you want but there are consequences spiritually.

[@MyndMythos]

@@gammagamer6397 I second that

[@tasiaflynn3549]

Ask Jesus for help don't let Satan to take your heart, Jesus love you

[@fex_420]

Im an atheist myself but this is really beautiful. Having to grow up in a homophobic family ive always feared that ill be hated by everyone and the truth is, yes i will probably be hated but now i know that there are people out there who dont bias their opinions over what the society thinks about relationships and what they really are. Relationships and marriage are not about sex. Members of the LGBTQ+ have feelings too and if were going to label people just by what theyre attracted to then what does that really say about us as humans.

[@captainsheerbun9814]

Spoken LIKE. A. BOSS. Jason- you are drastically changing hearts throughout this broken world! Never stop! Love you bro.

[@gailakraeszig2866]

I love this video. There are a few people I really want to see this. I have to admit...... I was born and raised Catholic and this is NOT the Catholicism I grew up with. But I love what I am seeing and hearing now......... at least from this channel. Please keep up the good ministry! It is a mission field in our own back yards; long overlooked and desperately needed! Bravo! God Bless you!

[@PeterShieldsukcatstripey]

you just answered all my questions

[@elplanetadedelfos4939]

We need to re read "The four loves"!

[@rafaelpastrano-espinoza8924]

YOu are my hero Jason. Good Bless you my brother

[@tomstopshots]

Every time I come back to this channel I fall more in love with my faith. The undeniable moral and biological truth is so refreshing to hear in a world where people are "supposed" to live their "own truth".

[@kellyhardie8060]

Thank you for clearing up the message I have been trying to explain about what we should do as a human race. I all 3 of us have had gay friends. The way I was taught is you love each person for who they are. My dad taught us was to. ALWAYS TO TREAT OTHERS WITH LOVE. Regardless because you never know you could be meeting Christ in person. I have applied this to my everyday. Yes I have been hurt sometimes for doing so. However God Always picks you up dust yourself off and try again. And says don't worry my child I am ALWAYS with you. I just wish that everyone could remember this. I do believe it is wrong to have an unnatural relationship but they aren't meant to be judged by me. I think people forget that is GOD's job NOT ours. God bless

[@myriamc.]

This is just awesome! I will refer many to this video! Thank you! Amen!

[@theohoelker733]

Thank you so much ascension presents. I was thinking earlier that not enough people in the Church talk about this, and then I watched this video and it made me so happy. Please continue to make such amazing videos and continue to help others find the truth.

[@GavinAlexander.]

What "truth" was provided by this video?

[@theohoelker733]

I saw a lot of truth in this video. First, he made a lot of important clarifications about what the Church says on marriage and homosexuality, many of which are ignored or not known by many people; second, he showed that there are more options than the world says there are for those with homosexual desires, namely that they can acknowledge their desires, realize that their desires do not come from their own choices, and take up their cross of having to deal with those desires, which is truly difficult. Third, and probably the most important, is that he, along with God and the Church, love all men and women, regardless of their desires. God made us all in His image and likeness, and desires for us all to be with Him in heaven forever; in His love for us, he has given us the ability to make our own decisions, and shows us that we ought to make our decisions out of love as well.

[@SunderlAndy]

God bless you. Thank you for this succinct, illuminating video of the Catholic Church's very own heart. Your talents of communication are very apparent. Thank you for using them for Christ and His Church.

[@bitty4994]

This cleared up somethings that I asked to someone who was doing some talk at my (Catholic) school. He didn’t give a direct answer, but this helped a lot!!

[@guywill7875]

When I asked for Jesus to please, please help me. On my knees begging for his help. And he did. Thank you, Jason Evert. You spoke my truth and my story. The Church owes me an answer for this question, why? Why me? and I finally was given the answer. I never asked for the lifetime of abuse I endured from the uncle that raised me to the priests that sexually abused me to being thrown out of the house at 18 and had to learn to survive on my own.

[@BOBlolema67]

Amen. Beautifully said.

[@katerinameassick8968]

So if the only way for a marriage to be consecrated is for two flesh to become one what happens when a couple can't have children does that mean that their marriage can't be consecrated? Additionally if all the factors you explain about being together being monogamously staying faithful to each other and permanency are all true of gay marriage what is the problem there?

[@lastpheonix6607]

I tried to find my place in a church but I was looking for a building instead of my God. I use to believe God hatted me, until I erased everything I had heard and began to believe in God instead of the validation of people. I'm happy people like you make videos about this topic... thank you!! 🖤💚🖤

[@GavinAlexander.]

How in the world can you be happy about this condescending and manipulative pile of garbage?

[@mzmerlz]

Can I just say that I love Ascension Presents and the content that it produces. I have learned so much over the past few months. My prayer is that someone who has felt hated by the church because of their sexuality, will see this video and believe this truth over the lies that they may have encountered. For those of us who may have propagated that hate in one way or anther, just know that It is not easy to love what you don't understand or what you don't want to understand, but it is not impossible.

[@mateusluciano8549]

I wanna thank you for the video and for the love that everyone felt watching this video. You helped me a lot. God bless you.

[@virginmary7989]

Repent

[@Nicolejduval]

💕

[@johndavidjovellanos4383]

This is really good! Thank you Sir Jayson!:) God bless us all. :)

[@dragonfruit6532]

This man is one of the greatest blessings on our planet. 10:17 this part made me melt. I can’t wait either! 🙏🏽

[@socratesdrake207]

I'm happily Catholic and in a homosexual relationship. Me and my partner pray together, go to mass together, and we evangelize together. Homosexual people should not leave the church they should remain and testify that homosexual people and their relationships are a great gift to the church and the world.

[@MZONE991]

if this relationship is not sexual then it's fine according to Church teaching

[@GavinAlexander.]

I do not understand how people can embrace an ideology that is counter to their own authentic state of being. The effectiveness of brainwashing is truly astounding.

[@MZONE991]

@@GavinAlexander. how is "having homosexual sex" an authentic state of being? how can an act be your "state of being"? Just because you have an inclination to do something that does not mean this thing is Good for you

[@GavinAlexander.]

@@MZONE991 Wow, your short little response managed to commit two logical fallacies. *"how is "having homosexual sex" an authentic state of being? "* I like how you put that in quotes as if it was something I said. This is a Strawman Logical Fallacy. I did not say "having homosexual sex" was an authentic state of being. *"how can an act be your "state of being"?"* This is a conflation logical fallacy, in which you're conflating an act for an orientation. *"Just because you have an inclination to do something that does not mean this thing is Good for you"* And just because an immoral belief system says something is wrong or bad for you, does not mean it actually is.

[@MZONE991]

@@GavinAlexander. I agree with your last statement which is why we give evidence fore the resurrection of Jesus

[@miroslawturski]

We need more as outspoken catholics as Jason. God bless.

[@peakperformancetrain]

Our ideas about love need to be redeemed, great truth.

[@kimlevesque6103]

Loving, rational, and real. Well done!

[@commscompany1502]

Kim Levesque that is Catholic theology for you : when it properly understood and explained

[@JackWilliams-eg6pr]

Awesome video. We need these kinds of things today. Pray for Australia as we are currently voting on whether or not marriage should be redefined. Hopefully the right decision is made.

[@ruthpyrah4059]

It's gotten so crazy over here

[@JackWilliams-eg6pr]

+Ruth Pyrah It sure has. So much for a civil debate on this topic.

[@TheCumGod]

I will say that.

[@ArizonaWillful]

You have no right to inflict your religious views on a secular society. Why is that so hard to get?

[@donjiela]

If a true marriage is based on total, free, and fruitful love - would a married heterosexual couple who is unable to conceive at risk of fulfilling the definition of a true marriage?

[@ArizonaWillful]

Definitely. That is why I am starting a crusade for the Catholic church to never marry a woman who is beyond her child bearing years.

[@commscompany1502]

No. You cannot use exceptions to change the general rule. This is one of the basic rules of logic

[@Joyfultime1127]

What an amazing way to describe Love. Thank you so much that you put it out for everybody to hear the real truth about the Love of God and the Church. You explanation was magnificent 🙏🏼🕊 I am very happy to finally hear some one that is Catholic like I am to put it the way you Did! Congratulations, we are all children of God and He ❤ us All!!

[@lilycatherinearama5606]

Hey Ascension, there's a LOT of misunderstanding spreading through the comments. I know it's impossible to go through all comments on every video and respond to every person (especially when they might not be disposed to an actual conversation), but I think it might be worth it to at least post some extra resources or Catholic Answers articles in the description to follow up on the Church's teachings on this. I hate to see so many curious people left hanging who require a deeper answer. I know we are all responsible for our own minds and for pursuing the truth, but it might help? I know it's partly up to the faithful to build relationship and answer questions too! The church is in great need of a ministry that focuses in this area. To be able to love the person, live the truth, and speak the truth with love is absolutely essential. I think this video is great, and I know that regardless of how good it might be, there will still be people who think "medieval" is an insult and think that the logic here is "well if all that matters is having children than the church should outlaw old people marriages!", and for those people, we pray for their health, well being and goodness! There are people who will always reject the truth, "for not all have faith" (2 Thess 3:2), we can still pray for peace, understanding, and logical discussion to take place! Thanks again for this video, at the very least it gets the conversation going!

[@nancyle9507]

Lilycatherine Arama

[@melissaroskos6926]

I second this.

[@theautisticcatholic]

I second this.

[@DanielWB1]

Thank you for the compassionate response… truth needs to be spoken with love!!

[@manojs9943]

Best answer for all my doubts about the homosexual community. Thank you soo much. Love ascension presents. continue your great work. God bless.

[@margaritacampuzano7526]

This was so beautifully said, I hope one day people understand that the church is for everyone:)

[@nancyle9507]

Margarita Campuzano

[@miriamvolaric9445]

Uuuu! Nicee! So true and well put together. Thank you! God bless

[@ablaze1989]

This was beautiful and very well worded good work.

[@nrof]

Great video! This is what I was looking for! Thank you Ascension Presents, you always give me answers. God Bless!

[@karenmiller5267]

All praise to God for the full cup, overflowing. You have blessed us all, Mr Evert. I, for one, am going to give this another viewing to let it sink in.

[@laurin1438]

Friggin love this guy 🙌🙌🙌❤️❤️👌😎

[@lazstudios]

Still the best video I’ve ever seen on this topic.

[@akemi-chan9697]

2 minutes in to this I liked it! We need more people to watch these things. Way more..

[@lungtendorji5485]

This is one true religion which embraces each and every individuals as the way they are and welcoming warmly as the God himself would do to every being.Thank you for comforting and making us feel like welcoming back to home after driven away into the streets for countless time for being born as the lgbt individuals...

[@GavinAlexander.]

What are you talking about? This isn't a display of embracing or welcoming. This is literally a manipulative attempt to encourage the individual to deny who they are, for the sake of the dogma.

[@KRstar78]

This guy is wicked cool 😎 #awesomeguy

[@laurenkaylor2369]

This video is amazing.

[@jonapeter539]

The way he simplifies with examples is amazing

[@Johnbrowningmusic]

This is my favorite KZbin channel of all time, they are so good, and much much better than any other catholic channel. I even like them more than Pewdiepie, which (since finding this channel) is my second favorite channel.

[@DaughterofGod333]

u r not the real Ben Shapiro... 😑😑

[@MyndMythos]

@@DaughterofGod333 Ever heard of a pfp

[@HappyLilCamGirl]

Okay last comment for now, I think that different people have a lot of value to earnestly share while also maintaining their differences. I enjoyed this video, as a trans person, adult content producer, and interfaith activist. Thank you!

[@loretopanizo2087]

Best video about homosexuality in the whole world.

[@soniagoncalves4404]

It's true Everything I agree with you God is Love and he's Mercy and sooooo Merciful Amen 💞💞💞✌✌✌✌

[@martinjoseferreyra1961]

This video should be shown in schools! taking into account all the misunderstanding that has been spread out

[@GavinAlexander.]

What misunderstanding?

[@lucondon5942]

Thank you Chris for stating it so perfectly. We are so lucky you allow the Holy Spirit to work through you as you do in all your work

[@baldbeardedbloke6887]

KZbin should have a lot more channels like this.

[@efandmk3382]

There are far too many already.

[@baldbeardedbloke6887]

@@efandmk3382 Wrong.

[@luzmariamaria9771]

Wow, you hit right on the hearts 💕 God bless you! I am so proud to meet Christians people like him. 👍

[@GavinAlexander.]

You would need a corrupted moral compass to find this to be hitting right on the heart.

[@luzmariamaria9771]

@GavinAlexander. you can not see it because your heart is not there. May the Lord bless you no matter what . God loves you, Galvin Alwxander. 🙏🙏🙏

[@GavinAlexander.]

@@luzmariamaria9771 If you can listen to the vile, condescending homophobia wrapped in faux compassion that was prattled out in this video, and claim it hits right on the heart, then you nor your religion understands what love is.

[@luzmariamaria9771]

@GavinAlexander. our faith understands what love is. We as Christians choose to love God first and neighbors second. We all have free will to choose what path to take. God doesn't force us to love him. We just do! And when you meet that point, you will definitely change your life just to do his will. I bet my dear that you are a very precious person to the Lord. May the Lord bless you always. 🙏

[@GavinAlexander.]

@@luzmariamaria9771 *"our faith understands what love is."* No, it doesn't. As made evident by the hatred and homophobia that emanates from your faith. As made evident by the hatred that this man is spewing, cleverly wrapped in a manipulative framework that allows the followers of this foul belief to think they are being compassionate when they are not. This way, the homophobia can continue onward without making the followers feel discomfort for their homophobia. *"We as Christians choose to love God first and neighbors second. We all have free will to choose what path to take. God doesn't force us to love him. We just do! And when you meet that point, you will definitely change your life just to do his will."* It's right there, and you cannot even see it. The god character of your belief is equivalent to an abusive spouse who, through manipulation, wraps your very identity and self-worth up into how obedient you are to his wishes and control, and if love, adulation, and submission are not given sufficiently to his demands, tortures you for eternity. That is not "love". That's abuse. *"I bet my dear that you are a very precious person to the Lord. May the Lord bless you always."* Prove the existence of this "lord" to which your beliefs vile homophobia is pinned.

[@gracesaxena5257]

I appreciate your Appogoligy Many left their own and church Beautiful 🙏🏻

[@paulmcgorian5712]

This is good sadly many in the Catholic church dont always live what they profess to believe .

[@madmaxmaddox9716]

Jason Evert came to my church once and he spoke very well he made a very good point to say the least .

[@ejachildofgod6644]

Brother you are a true angel 😇 of God the best message I ever heard in my life 🙏🙌😇💙💯

[@GavinAlexander.]

How was that the "best message" you have ever heard.

[@thecatholicrabbi4170]

I feel the same about my own personal sins.

[@adelphosgames2996]

Wow! This is awesome bro, you are wonderful more blessing on you

[@roxanaquintanilla3381]

Wow... amazing video, great approach to this very interesting topic. You have clarified so many aspects of catholic church and homosexuality. Thank you so much.

[@GavinAlexander.]

He may have clarified aspects of the Catholic church's stance and how to approach/apply its bigoted ideology, but he didn't clarify anything regarding homosexuality.