DETROIT (MI)
Detroit Free Press
November 30, 2005
BY the Rev. THOMAS J. O'BRIEN, SJ
I am coming out as a gay, chaste Jesuit priest because it hurts too much not to.
I deeply love the church and the Jesuits.
I have experienced unconditional love from Cardinal Adam Maida in granting me permission to function as a priest in this archdiocese.
I have experienced unconditional love from my Jesuit brothers -- especially those who know me well.
I have experienced unconditional love from my friends and family.
Being a priest in the Society of Jesus has been a joy for me.