Pride brings out many people trying to show their support for the LGBTQ+ community and an interesting conversation about how churches show up at Pride inspired this week’s episode. In this conversation, we explore the role of churches supporting and engaging with the LGBTQ community during Pride Month. We have some practical insight on how churches can show genuine involvement, service, and inclusivity, while showing up meaningfully at Pride events and beyond.
Takeaways
Pride Month is celebrated globally, creating a sense of connection among queer individuals.
Churches should actively participate in Pride events to show support for the LGBTQ community.
Involvement should be led by queer and trans individuals within the church community.
Churches must avoid centering themselves and instead focus on the needs of the queer community.
Aesthetic presentation at Pride events matters; churches should invest in their displays.
Service and support should be prioritized over recruitment at Pride events.
Churches can provide tangible support, such as water stations for marchers.
Engagement with the queer community should extend beyond Pride Month.
Ongoing education and training are essential for creating inclusive church environments.
Churches should explore diverse ways to incorporate queer culture into their programming.
Chapters
(00:56) Churches and Their Role in Pride Events
(04:00) Guiding Principles for Religious Groups at Pride
(07:08) Tangible Support and Service to the Queer Community
(10:02) Engaging with the Community Beyond Pride Month
(12:59) Creating Inclusive Spaces Year-Round
(15:56) Ongoing Education and Awareness for Inclusivity
(19:10) Broader Engagement with Queer Culture
(22:07) Building Lasting Relationships with the Community
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