It said the church would not be expected to “align herself with a movement like Pride, which promotes sexual promiscuity and celebrates extramarital actions which are considered gravely sinful.” “The Catholic community at GCU would like to express our full support and solidarity with Father Mark Morris at this time,” said the July 18 statement. The university’s Catholic society said in a statement posted on Facebook that the dismissal of the priest was “frankly abhorrent.” “The university is strongly inclusive and committed to supporting equality and diversity on campus,” she added. “The university will work with the Archdiocese of Glasgow to ensure the continued provision of chaplaincy support for staff and students … when the new term starts,” she said. July 18 that Father Morris had been removed as chaplain “following due consultation.” Pamela Gillies, university principal professor, told the British Broadcasting Corp.