question it when I think the church has become misguided. Help101 : Dan : 16 May 2012 3:36:12pm I really appreciate the compliment, Help. It just frustrates me that there is such a who-ha about this among the church. Most of the basis of my morality and how I learned to treat people came from my Catholic teachings. If anything, my point of view on homosexuality comes from the teachings of the church, how Jesus loved the outcasts of his time and that love should be paramount over all. But instead, many of my fellow Catholics continue to condemn homosexuality and for what? Semantics and the notion that homosexuality is a 'sin' by default? Going by my experiences with homosexuals, I don't believe that. I'm not homosexual myself, so I have no reason to be offended on the principle that they don't accept homosexuals. But I have every reason to be disappointed that I'm condemned for an opinion born out of my Catholic beliefs; that man and woman have a right to love. Claudia : Peta-Gai McLaughlin : 15 May 2012 4:47:56pm This is one of the most articulte, intelligent, beautifully crafted submissions on this topic I have seen yet. I would be honoured and proud having children like you - what a magnificent contribution you're making to this world. As one half of a same-sex relationship (who is about to embark on having children; children who are so incredible wanted, will be endlessly loved and encouraged to do good