U.S. Anglican Church installs first woman in a same-sex relationship as bishop
On May 23, 2026, the Episcopal Diocese of East Carolina ordained and consecrated Sarah K. Fisher as its ninth bishop at the Riverfront Convention Center. Fisher, who is openly lesbian and married to the Mandy Brady, became the first woman in a same-sex relationship to lead an Episcopal diocese in the southern United States.
Archbishop of Salzburg under scrutiny for “Queer People in our Parishes” training workshop held for second year
The Archdiocese of Salzburg came under renewed criticism in late May 2026 after it confirmed plans to host a full-day training workshop titled “Queer People in Our Parishes” in early June, marking the second consecutive year for the event.
University of Notre Dame reports on confirmed sex abuse from Catholic priest and former rector
The University of Notre Dame on May 28, 2026, released the findings of an external investigation that confirmed instances of sexual abuse and a pattern of predatory behavior by Father Thomas King, C.S.C., during his 17-year tenure as rector of Zahm Hall from 1980 to 1997.
Polish parliament passes common law partnership rights similar to marriage for unmarried couples
Poland’s lower house of parliament passed legislation on Friday that would extend significant legal protections to unmarried cohabiting couples, marking the first formal recognition of same-sex partnerships in the country’s history.
France proposes bill to force Catholic clergy to violate the Seal of Confession
Catholic clergy in France voiced strong opposition Thursday to a controversial legislative proposal set for debate in the National Assembly on Monday, June 1.