Dodgers' Pride Night with Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence sparks controversy and praise.
TL;DR
Catholics for Catholics plans to protest the Dodgers' honoring of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a charity organization made up of queer nuns in drag, during the team's Pride Night festivities. The protest is expected to be peaceful and prayerful, but attendees are warned of potential hostility from protestors. The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence have no issue with the protest and plan to attend the game to accept their award. The organization is known for raising awareness and money for LGBTQ causes and providing comfort to members of that community.
- Catholics to protest Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence at Dodger Stadium Los Angeles Times
- Los Angeles archdiocese to hold day of prayer in response to Dodgers' game event honoring ‘drag nuns’ Fox News
- A nun commends Dodgers' handling of Pride Night controversy; some archbishops call it blasphemy The Associated Press
- After weeks of debate, Dodgers to finally host Pride Night with Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence in attendance KABC-TV
- Perspective | Honoring the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence rewards life-saving work The Washington Post
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