Queer Jihad
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Queer
Jihad is the queer Muslim struggle for acceptance: first, the struggle to
accept ourselves as being exactly the way Allah has created us to be; and
secondly, the struggle for acceptance and tolerance among Muslims in general.
Twice Blessed - Everything Jewish and Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender
#GayChristians (Undernet)
To quote: "This is the official website
of #GayChristians, an IRC channel where gay, bisexual, lesbian or unsure
persons of faith and their friends/families can come to discuss relevant issues
in a safe, friendly, supportive, non-sexual forum.". Some helpful
relevant links, information about the operators and the bot "GayDar".
A Common Bond (San Francisco)
For former and current G/L/B/T Jehovah's
Witnesses who are coming to terms with their sexuality. With a message board,
contact information and a hotline, this provides a touchstone for those who are
dealing with an issue not well handled in this particular religion.
Affirmation: Gay & Lesbian Mormons
Not the three words I ever expected to see in a
title, but I'm glad they're there. A well designed and executed site with good
information including what its like to be LDS and gay. A list of chapters and
other information for LDS.
Brethren/Mennonite Council
Explanations of their purpose, events
calendar, links to related sites and a list of the resources they provide. A
rainbow hue to a small but significant Protestant denomination.
Calvary Open Door Ministries
A Christ-centered, open and affirming church
meeting in Long Beach, CA. Their mission is to share the unconditional love of
Jesus Christ within our community.
Calvary Open Door Worship Center
Gay affirming, Christ-centered church
conveniently located in bellflower, CA where it is easy for members of the
community from Orange County, Long Beach and Los Angeles County to meet!
Welcomes everyone who would interact in peace, regardless of race, color,
national origin, religious affiliation, or sexual orientation.
Cathedral of Hope (Dallas)
The Cathedral of Hope is the largest gay church
in the world. Located in Dallas Texas thousands of lesbian and gay people
gather each week. From our website you can watch the services live each week at
11:00 a.m. (CST) or access Rev. Michael Piazza's sermons any time. The site is
full of information and resources free to all.
Community Church of Joy
An ecumenical multiracial church with a
contemporary liturgical format using gospel music and praise. Their mission is
to grow in Jesus Christ through worship, discipleship, service and community.
Members of the International Council of Community Churches.
Dignity/USA (Roman Catholic)
Catholic organization dedicated to inclusion
of Gays, Lesbians, Bisexuals and Transgendered persons into all aspects of
religious life. Site includes lots of information about the organization's
actions, studies and questions about homosexuality and the Catholic church.
Eternal Joy MCC
Eternal Joy Metropolitan Community Church is a Christian church established in
1979. Has a special ministry to the LGBT community
& their supporters in Dayton who want to explore and deepen their faith in
Jesus Christ. Worship services are every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
EJMCC is a chartered church of the Universal Fellowship.
Evangelicals Concerned Western Region
A nationwide support network of gays and lesbians
from conservative, Christian backgrounds....pro gay and pro Christian. ECWR is
a ministry of Christ-centered, Bible-believing, evangelical gay and lesbian
Christians. "Not a church, but a network of groups of friends whose
primary purpose is to provide reconciliation, integration and opportunities for
Christian growth for Christian lesbians and gay men."
Faith United Church of Christ
A diverse and inclusive church. Their building
is wheelchair accessible and the congregation is made up of: friends, members,
and pastors who are multicultural, multiracial and open & affirming of GLBT
persons and families.
Friends For Lesbian and Gay Concerns (Quakers)
A gay support group within the Religious
Society of Friends (the Quakers). Not a lot of information but a good starting
point for those interested.
GLAD Alliance (Disciples of Christ)
Gay, Lesbian and Affirming Disciples Alliance,
Inc. is an organization working towards the full acceptance and integration of
Gays, Lesbians and Affirming peoples into the Christian Church (Disciples of
Christ). Information about the organization, what they provide and latest news.
Includes links to related sites.
Gay and Lesbian Catholicism
Links to Gay and Lesbian documents, resources
and discussions regarding homosexuality in the Catholic church.
Glide Memorial Church
Glide has been welcoming and affirming the
LGBT community for more than 35 years. In 1965 Reverend Cecil Williams
performed his first same-sex commitment ceremony and the practice has been
proudly continuing ever since. More than 50 free human service programs are
offered at Glide, including an HIV-AIDS outreach project, free medical clinic,
free meals program that serves about 3,500 meals every day and more. Sunday
services are called "Celebrations" are are joyous events aimed at
celebrating diversity. Glide is a member of the United Methodist denomination.
Holy Trinity Community Church
A church that is an affirming community
ministering to the needs of all people. They provide an atmosphere conducive to
spiritual growth without regard to race, gender, orientation or social status.
Integrity (Episcopalian)
A nationwide association of Lesbian and Gay
Episcopalians and friends. Contains all kinds of interesting information about
the Episcopalian church in the United States. Learn what this group is all
about and how to join. Includes a calendar of events, press releases and more.
Lutherans Concerned North America
A Lutheran Ministry Affirming God's Love for
Lesbian and Gay People. Site contains links to local chapters, upcoming
meetings and events and other information relating to the Lutheran church in
North America.
Metropolitan Community Church of Baltimore
A Christ-centered church that offers a special
ministry to GLBT people, and all who wish to share our walk of faith. Here you aren't
tolerated or debated, you're celebrated. Member of Universal Fellowship of
Metropolitan Community Churches.
Metropolitan Community Church of Detroit
The homepage of Metropolitan Community Church
of Detroit where you will find info about their 27 year ministry to the Metro
Detroit GLBT Community.
New Ways Ministries
To quote from the site: "New Ways
Ministry provides a gay-positive ministry of advocacy and justice for lesbian
and gay Catholics and reconciliation within the larger Christian and civil
communities". A very active organization with a considerable resources
listed on their sites. Find out about their retreats and seminars, newspaper,
press archives and more.
Open Door Center
Website of the Calvary Open Door Center, a
local church in Orange County, California that welcomes everyone, regardless of
race, color, national origin, religious affiliation, or sexual orientation.
Seventh-day Adventist Kinship International
Seventh-day Adventist Kinship International,
Inc. Kinship is a nonprofit support organization which ministers to the
spiritual, emotional, social, and physical well-being of Seventh-day Adventist
lesbian, gay men, bisexual, and trans-gendered individuals and their families
and friends.
St. Jude's Metropolitan Community Church
St. Jude's MCC in Wilmington, NC, is a
Christian church, responding to the call to proclaim God's unlimited and
unconditional love to all people, through Christian ministry and social action.
The Apostolic Catholic Church in America
Described as An Inclusive Western Orthodox
Church welcoming all people regardless of marital status, gender or sexual
orientation. The site provides a short history and mission statement for the
denomination, a list of congregations around the nation (with worship
schedules), the Canon Laws and much more.
The Association of Welcoming &
Affirming Baptists
A site run by an organization devoted to
inclusion of all people into the Baptist church, regardless of their sexual
orientation. Contains a list of member churches and organizations, information
on how to join and a history of the organization.
The Gay and Lesbian Vaishnava Association
"Presenting the Third Gender as Described
in Ancient Vedic (Hindu) Texts". This site provides important information and
links to the GLBT community who either follow or are interested in learning
about the Hindu faith.
Wasatch Affirmation Home Page
For gay members of the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter Day Saints. Meetings around the state of Utah, events, an email
directory of members, a history of gay Mormons and more. Pride events are also
listed. Good materials.
gaygospels
Quarterly newsletter of Christian homilies
(sermons) for each Sunday of the year for GLBT people.
Emerald Rainbow
A full-service metaphysical & pride store
in Eureka Springs, Arkansas offering products, services and information
supporting alternative spiritual beliefs/practices and gay & lesbian
interests.
GayJews.org
"GayJews.Org is committed to providing up
to date, accurate information for Orthodox Jews who are GLBT. Links to all
other from GLBT content. You are not alone. You are not the only one who feels
this way.
The Discovery Community
The Discovery Community provides a retreat and
recreation, with personal/spiritual growth opportunities for gay and bisexual
men.
GayJews
Mailing List
A discussion group for lesbian, gay and bisexual Jews. Sponsored by JAGL
(Jewish Activist Gays and Lesbians), headquartered in NYC
Jewish Lesbian Daughters of Holocaust Survivors
An international networking and support group exclusively for Jewish lesbians who
have one or both parents who are survivors of the Nazi Holocaust. Based in
Madison, Wisconsin.
LBJW
mailing list
A discussion list for lesbian and bisexual Jewish women.
Nice
Jewish Girls (Mail List)
A virtual international community of extremely cool Jewish Lesbian and Bisexual
Women for peripatetic and tolerant discussions of virtually every issue under
the sun of interest to us.
OrthoDykes
(Don't you love the name?) A list for Orthodox Jewish lesbians. Bisexual women
who are partnered with other women are welcome as well, as are TS women who are
living full time as women.
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