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Resources

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For LGBTQIA+ People

GayChurch is one of the largest world-wide LGBTQ+ welcoming Christian church directories and bulletin boards in the world. The site also contains numerous articles on a wide range of subjects (in English and Spanish) as well as in-depth studies on reconciling one's faith with their sexual orientation.

The Trevor Project provides crisis and peer support for LGBTQIA+ young people.

For Churches & Clergy

Extraordinary Lutheran Ministries (ELM) expands ministry opportunities for publicly-identified LGBTQ+ people called to serve God as clergy and rostered lay leaders.

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For Families & Allies

PFLAG is the nation's largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) people and those who love them.

​Queer Grace Encyclopedia is an online resource curated by a queer Lutheran pastor, with excellent articles on a variety of LGBTQIA+ related topics. A great place to find answers to questions you might be afraid to ask!

Become a Welcoming Church

Reconciling Works provides extensive resources on the process of becoming welcoming and inclusive.

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