Resources

Browse these categories to find the resources you need.

Click on the red category links below to see the resources in each category.

If you know the name of the resource you are searching for, you can enter it into the search box above.

For more information on how to use these resources, see The Welcoming Journey.


All Means All

In our resource list, too, All can mean All.

All

Select this for one long list of all of our resources. (205 resources)


Audience

Resources appropriate for people with varying levels of comfort with and understanding of LGBT issues.

Going Deeper

For those who affirm LGBT people and want to expand their welcome to LGBT persons and beyond. (19 resources)

The Curious

For those who are curious about the affirmation of LGBT people and the Biblical witness. (33 resources)

The Skeptical

For those who doubt the Biblical affirmation of LGBT people yet are willing to explore more. (8 resources)


Beginning the Open & Affirming Journey

Our most highly recommended resources for the journey from skepticism to widening the welcome to all our neighbors.

Beginning the Journey

Basic and highly recommended resources for all in the process of becoming Open & Affirming. (13 resources)

Preparing for the Journey

Resources for those not yet ready to enter into an Open & Affirming Journey. (See also The Skeptical and Reading the Bible.) (4 resources)


Community

Resources for various communities.

Bisexual

Resources with a significant focus on bisexual men and women. (2 resources)

Gay Men

Resources with a significant focus on gay men. (1 resources)

Intersex

Resources with a significant focus on the intersexed. (6 resources)

Lesbian Women

Resources with a significant focus on lesbian women. (1 resources)

Transgender

Resources with a significant focus on transgender people. (35 resources)


Other Resources

Links to other GLAD resources, allied welcoming church programs, and more resources.

Additional Resources

Other websites with resource lists. (7 resources)

Allies and other Welcoming Church Programs

The websites of welcoming church programs and organizations working for LGBT inclusion. (12 resources)

Downloads

The place to find AllianceQ's downloads: brochures, pamphlets, and graphics. (3 resources)


Pastoral Care Resources

Resources to find support for your journey.

Pastoral Care

Liturgical and pastoral resources offered by the Pastoral Care and Education Team. (4 resources)

Suicide Prevention

Suicide prevention resources and hotlines. (10 resources)

Support

Support resources for your spiritual journey. (6 resources)


Racial/Ethnic Community

African American

Resources of particular value to the African American community. (12 resources)

Asian

Resources of particular value to Asian communities. (3 resources)

Latina/o

Resources of particular value to the Latino/Hispanic community. (15 resources)


Topic/Format

Resources which focus on various formats or topics.

Being an Ally

Resources which educate and empower allies of LGBTQ+ people. (15 resources)

Bible Study

Resources with a significant focus on Bible study. (See also Reading the Bible.) (27 resources)

Christian Family and Community

Resources with a significant focus on the shape of Christian family and community. (7 resources)

Christian Marriage and Equal Marriage

Resources with a significant focus on Christian marriage and equal marriage. (14 resources)

Discernment and Discussion

Resources with a significant focus on discussion and discernment. (12 resources)

General Introduction

Resources with a broad focus providing a general introduction. (9 resources)

Inclusion and Welcome

Resources with a significant focus on inclusion and welcome. (9 resources)

Information from Academic and Medical Sources

Resources from academic and medical professionals. (7 resources)

Justice Work

Resources on justice issues and pursuing justice. (8 resources)

LGBT Spirituality

Resources with a significant focus on LGBT spirituality. (3 resources)

Pastoral Care

Resources with a significant focus on the pastoral care of lgbt persons and affirming communities. (5 resources)

Personal Stories

Resources with a significant focus on personal experience and story. (18 resources)

Preaching Resources

Resources that focus on the lectionary and preaching. (8 resources)

Reading the Bible

Resources with a focus on learning how to read the Bible. (See also Bible Study.) (2 resources)

Reflections and Musings

Resources that provide a variety of reflections on topics ranging from spirituality to biblical interpretation to faithful living. (5 resources)

Theology

Resources with a significant focus on theology. (13 resources)

Weddings

Suggestions for gender-free wedding services. (5 resources)

Worship Resources

Resources for worship that welcomes all. (2 resources)


Youth

Various resources focused on or for youth.

About Youth

Resources with a significant focus on understanding LGBT youth. (13 resources)

Bullying and Suicide

Resources with a significant focus on bullying and suicide. (14 resources)

For Youth

Resources for youth. (21 resources)

Parenting

Resources with a significant focus on parenting LGBT youth. (8 resources)