The article details the author's journey of coming out as LGBTQ+ to her Catholic father. Initially apprehensive due to his traditional beliefs, the author found unexpected support when she came out, emphasizing the importance of love and acceptance over doctrine. Reflecting on her past struggles with identity and societal views on LGBTQ+ relationships, she shares personal experiences and broader statistics about family support for queer individuals, illustrating a mix of hope and fear associated with coming out.
I was nervous when I came out to my dad.
My parents raised my siblings and me Catholic, like they had been.
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