LOS ANGELES—The Archdiocese of Los Angeles May 23 criticized the Dodgers for backtracking and renewing an invitation to a group of self-described “queer and trans nuns” to take part in the team’s Pride Night.
The Dodgers came under fire from a host of LGBT groups and elected officials following its decision to rescind its original invitation. On Monday, the Dodgers reversed course and publicly apologized to the transgender “nuns” group, who called themselves the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles on Tuesday called on Catholics to stand together against the team’s reversal.
“The decision to honor a group that clearly mocks the Catholic faith and makes light of the sincere and holy vocations of our women religious who are an integral part of our church is what has caused disappointment, concern, anger, and dismay from our Catholic community,” according to a statement from the Archdiocese. “The Archdiocese stands against any actions that would disparage and diminish our Christian faith and those who dedicate their lives to Christ.”…