LGBTQIA+ RESOURCES
“On Sunday morning, we gather together. We are every color. Every age. Rich and poor. Our church is open, affirming, and accepting. We believe in love instead of hate. There’s room for everyone! [We are] a spiritual community that embraces all people―no matter their age, race, class, gender identity, or sexual orientation―in love and faith.”
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True Colors is an LGBTQIA+ Christ-centered small group for Queer adults seeking God through the rainbow spectrum.
Join us every 2nd Wednesday of the month for conversation and connection.
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Table 14 exists to create welcoming, safe, and affirming physical, emotional and spiritual spaces for LGBTQ+ students and alums navigating life at, and after George Fox University.
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PFLAG envisions a world where diversity is celebrated and all people are respected, valued, and affirmed inclusive of their sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
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Q Christian Fellowship is cultivating radical belonging for LGBTQ+ Christians and allies. Learn more about their annual conference, community groups, parent summit, and a variety of other resources.
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The Trevor Project is the leading suicide prevention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. Reach a trained counselor 24/7 free and secure at 1-866-488-7386.
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Beloved Arise is a national mentorship program dedicated to LGBTQIA+ youth of faith.
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1946 The Movie
This documentary follows the story of tireless researchers who trace the origins of the anti-gay movement among Christians to a grave mistranslation of the Bible in 1946.
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Evolving Faith Podcast
This is a podcast for the wounded, the misfits, and the spiritual refugees to let you know you are not alone. We're here to cultivate love and hope in the wilderness. We believe the story of God is bigger, wider, more inclusive and welcoming, filled with more love, than we could ever imagine. There's room here for everyone. There's room here for you.
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Queer Theology Podcast
Queer Theology is the longest running LGBTQ+ Christian podcast! rom interviews with incredible guests like Amy-Jill Levine, Namoli Brennet, Joy Ladin, Emmy Kegler, Trey Pearson, Dr. Pamela Lightsey (and so many others!) and series on books from the Bible, Sunday School Sex Ed, Scary Things You Might Have Been Taught In Church, and so much more!
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LGBTQIA+ History
Learn about some significant moments in LGBTQIA+ history before Stonewall.
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1969 Stonewall Uprising
This uprising was a tipping point for the gay liberation movement in the U.S, as police raided a gay bar in New York City and its patrons fought back.
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LGBTQIA+ Terms
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender are the four categories represented by the acronym LGBT, but it fails to encompass the entire range of gender and sexuality.
It is crucial to acknowledge that each identity represented by the acronym has its own unique experiences, and individuals may have varying experiences within these identities.