There are many churches and organizations that offer services for the GLBT Christian community. Here are links to some that you might want to check out.
BALM Ministries is an outreach of the Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan Community Churches (UFMCC). UFMCC Global Headquarters (contains links to many individual congregations)
Non-UFMCC, Affirming and Reconciling Ministries and other links
(special ministry opportunity: Subject: For the Bible Tells Me So film showing and Q&A with Mary Lou Wallner
If you're within driving distance of Elkhart or South Bend, IN, (northcentral, along Michigan border) please consider joining us and bringing some family members and friends to view the film and talk with Mary Lou Wallner. PDFs of a color poster and half-sheet b/w bulletin stuffers or handouts are available by request: staffbearer@yahoo.com.
This award-winning documentary tells the stories of five very normal, very Christian, very American families – including those of former House Majority Leader Richard Gephardt and Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson. Discover how these insightful people of faith handle the realization of having a gay child. Mary Lou Wallner, one of the five families featured, will be available to answer questions and share her experiences.
For more information, see:
The Official Film Website:
http://www.forthebibletellsmeso.org
Mary Lou Wallner's Website:
TEACH: To Educate Against the Consequences of Homophobia
http://www.teach-ministries.org/
Saturday, October 4, 6:00 pm, IUSB Admin Bldg, The Grille
1700 Mishawaka Ave, South Bend, IN
This event follows Pride in the Park at Potawatomi Park across the street that same afternoon. For more information, see: http://www.new.facebook.com/event.php?eid=30906406407 or http://www.myspace.com/glbtmichiana
Tuesday, October 7, 6:30 pm, Elkhart Public Library, Rms 5-6
300 S 2nd St, Elkhart IN 46516
For more information, see: http://www.new.facebook.com/event.php?eid=28134072985
Patty Wright
StaffBearer@yahoo.com
574.849.6452)
ChristianGays.com - affirms homosexuality as a valid alternative
lifestyle supported by enlightened ACCURATE interpretation of the
Bible. We are a community of GLBTIQ Christians (and a few other faiths)
from 16 - 93 who would love to welcome you as part of "the family".
5,000 pages of Resources, Education, Free Dating Service, Chat Rooms,
List Serve, Prison Ministry, Blogging, Books & Music For Sale and much
more . . .
www.gaychristian.net - an amazing site. You have to see it just to be encouraged about how many of us there are!
We Know What THEY Say, But What Does God Say? -- Pastor John's Studies of the Bible and Homosexuality
GayChurch.org - the largest listing of welcoming churches on the net, plus Bible studies and discussion boards.
www.TheGayMarriageThing.com - a wonderful and balanced film about what gay marriage means to all of us. Great input from those on all sides of the question.
http://www.richardlydiard.com/ - inspriational readings for everyone.
The LGBT Christian Prayer Group -- "Where everyone is welcome to pray."
The Bible and Homosexuality Discussion Group -- A Group where everyone is welcome to discuss this topic.
Joyful Pride.com - Gay Christian Pride Music on the Web!
LGBT Christian Prayer List -- Grace Inclusive Church and Valley Ministries MCC invite you to join our Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Trans Christian Prayer e-mail list.
Soulfood Ministry -- A place where "respect" is a holy word!
SpiritSong Ministries-- a musical ministry of hope, love & healing featuring singer/songwriter/evangelist, Deanna Jaworski.
Spiritual Fruits-- With a name like this.... they have to be good!
TruthSetsFree.net -- an outreach to gay and lesbian Christians that is centered around a Bible study written by Justin Cannon titled "The Bible, Christianity, and Homosexuality" which the Los Angeles Times cites as "an illuminating…analysis that argues the Bible doesn't condemn faithful gay relationships." (Michael McGough, July 18, 2005).
Whosoever -- A Newsmagazine For Gay & Lesbian Christians
"Whosoever" Christian Web Ring-- An interdenominational Web Ring for GLBT positive Christian ministries and individuals.
http://gayellowpages.com - Nationwide guide to the gay community.
Bashert Ministries, Inc. is a non-profit, faith education-based ministry providing further affirmation of God's love to the GLBTQ community with their brochure and apparel products.
Gentle Spirit Christian Church - Atlanta, GA
Journey experience-- A sharing through music that speaks to the hearts of those who are searching for hope in the midst of their daily journeys toward faith, life, recovery, and spiritual awareness.
www.christianlesbians.co.uk - Lesbian Christians in the United Kingdom (and elsewhere) forum to support one another in prayer and insights.
Music site links
Broadjam - an online music store where you can buy CD quality mp3's of Marsha's songs.
AffirmingMusic.com - An online music store for all Christian music. (Marsha's music is available here, as well.)
http://straightnotnarrow.blogspot.com/ - an online blog to present our views from the lgbt and lbgt Christian community
