LGBTQ Resources
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We wrapped up the first season of The Global Fringe podcast, with a miniseries on faith and LGBTQ stories from a few of my friends who’ve walked the journey.
One of my guests, Shelley Donaldson was kind enough to curate a list of resources she’s personally benefitted from as a Christian, lesbian, and pastor to teenagers.
I hope they will be helpful to you in your own journey and spiritual leadership….
FILMS:
Fish Out of Water - good for all folks with basic theology questions when it comes to the "terror texts", with pretty good scholars responding
For the Bible Tells Me So – referenced in the podcast … grab your Kleenex!
BOOKS:
This Is a Book for Parents of Gay Kids: A Question & Answer Guide to Everyday Life by Danielle Owens-Reid & Kristin Russo – highly recommend for parents and youth workers & pastors
Coming Out Young and Faithful by Leanne McCall & Timothy Brown – this one is from 2001 but still good)
What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality by Daniel A. Helminiak, Ph.D. – it's theological but it's also really accessible for parents, youth, and pastors/youth workers
A Brief Guide to Ministry with LGBTQIA Youth by Cody J. Sanders – HIGHLY recommend to youth workers and pastors across the board!
The Bible and the Transgender Experience: How Scripture Supports Gender Variance by Linda Tatro Herzer
Does Jesus Really Love Me? A Gay Christian's Pilgrimage in Search of God in America by Jeff Chu – it's a good read for everyone, the stories are amazing
Children/Tween/Teen Books:
All of these are book lists I would recommend and it's easier to send these rather than all of them, I've used so many of them at some point with parents of teens and younger.
LGBT Kids Books Huffington Post
Welcoming Schools - this has the lists broken down into specifics like 2 dads, etc.
We Are Teachers - books with LGBT characters
Common Sense Media for tweens
Common Sense Media for teenagers, the Aristotle and Dante one is a favorite of mine that my youth have loved
- resources curated by Rev. Shelley Donaldson
NOTE: I have not personally reviewed or used these resources in my life or leadership. I simply wanted to share what my guest has found beneficial in her ministry.
