Vatican ‘out Of Touch’ (Press, 21 January 1976)
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Summary: Vatican ‘out Of Touch’ (Press, 21 January 1976)
On 21 January 1976, Mr P. R. H. Mating, the publicity officer for the Gay Liberation Front in Christchurch, voiced strong criticism of the Roman Catholic Church's views on homosexual acts, specifically targeting the stance of the Vatican and the Roman Catholic Bishop of Auckland, Most Rev. John Mackey. Mr Mating argued that these views were disconnected from reality and described them as "maleducation" and "entirely depraved," citing the opinions of psychiatrist Dr Wainwright Churchill, who wrote about homosexual behaviour among males. He expressed concern that, although the majority of New Zealanders are not Roman Catholics, the Church's influence—coupled with alignment from certain government members—has the potential to perpetuate or even intensify legal penalties against homosexuals. Mr Mating's remarks highlighted the ongoing struggle for recognition and rights within the LGBTQ+ community in New Zealand, particularly in the context of socio-political challenges posed by established institutions.
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