Our core message is that religious-based condemnation of LGBTQ people can cause great harm to them and our society. When we focus on harm caused by religious antagonism towards LGBTQ individuals, then people of faith can understand why religion must no longer be misused to justify hostile attitudes and actions toward LGBTQ people. We support the Ten Affirmations for Gay, Le***an, Bisexual, Transge
nder and Q***r Questioning spirituality.
1. We affirm the inherent beauty, worth and dignity of every GLBTQ and straight person.
3. There are many paths to the sacred. The spiritual paths of GLBTQ persons are among them.
4. The choice is not whether to be GLBTQ or straight, but whether or not to live an authentic life.
5. Coming out is a courageous and spiritual act.
6. Sexual expression is one of the many sacred ways that GLBTQ and straight adults can express the depth of love in their relationships.
7. We support each person's journey of integrating spirituality and sexuality, which leads to wholeness.
8. Marriage is a sacred union for people who are committed to each other without regard to gender. Love makes a family.
9. Spiritual leaders must take responsibility to lead, protect and affirm GLBTQ people: children, adults and their families.
10. No one is free when others are oppressed.
