Did I leave the Episcopalians out? Oh man, that's a huge oversight on my part. I live in New Hampshire and fondly remember Bishop Gene Robinson. I also listen to the Morning Prayer and Reflection at Washington National Cathedral while drinking my coffee. Wow -- I'll go in and make that edit asap.
The Disciples of Christ—First Christian Church is also a fully welcoming and affirming denomination. My home church in Santa Fe, NM has a Lesbian minister who is Harvard educated.
Hi Carol -- Nice -- I might know your minister, as we're both HDS alumni. I'm loving what I'm seeing on the website -- https://disciples.org. Could you steer me toward the open and affirming pages? I'm all about spreading the good word on friendly denominations!
This article is a great resource for people looking an LGBTQAI+ safe space or wanting to participate in a congregation that supports full inclusion. I hope to see the list grow.
Thanks Bo -- I have been feeling a real upsurge in progressive religious spaces lately, with a rise in LGBTQ+ acceptance. I don't want to speak too soon, but lately...there's something in the air. I suspect this list will grow, and quickly.
As a 54 yo lgbtqia survivor of this world I would recommend NOT GETTING INTO RELIGION. Especially if you reside in the USA. There is no home for us within established religion. Find a hobby group or reading club and keep your spiritual life private. Religions are cult spaces. Avoid them.
Wonderfully simple. I’d add Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).
Also the Episcopal Church!!
Did I leave the Episcopalians out? Oh man, that's a huge oversight on my part. I live in New Hampshire and fondly remember Bishop Gene Robinson. I also listen to the Morning Prayer and Reflection at Washington National Cathedral while drinking my coffee. Wow -- I'll go in and make that edit asap.
The Disciples of Christ—First Christian Church is also a fully welcoming and affirming denomination. My home church in Santa Fe, NM has a Lesbian minister who is Harvard educated.
Hi Carol -- Nice -- I might know your minister, as we're both HDS alumni. I'm loving what I'm seeing on the website -- https://disciples.org. Could you steer me toward the open and affirming pages? I'm all about spreading the good word on friendly denominations!
This article is a great resource for people looking an LGBTQAI+ safe space or wanting to participate in a congregation that supports full inclusion. I hope to see the list grow.
Thanks Bo -- I have been feeling a real upsurge in progressive religious spaces lately, with a rise in LGBTQ+ acceptance. I don't want to speak too soon, but lately...there's something in the air. I suspect this list will grow, and quickly.
I hope it does! Keep it updated. :-)
As a 54 yo lgbtqia survivor of this world I would recommend NOT GETTING INTO RELIGION. Especially if you reside in the USA. There is no home for us within established religion. Find a hobby group or reading club and keep your spiritual life private. Religions are cult spaces. Avoid them.