Category Archives: Open and Affirming Churches

John 8:12 “I am the light of the world….”

Posted on February 16, 2021 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

John 8:12 “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.” — NKJV Holy Bible Reflection: The wisdom, the insight, the compassion and kindness is given offered … Continue reading →

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An Open and Affirming God

Posted on January 15, 2020 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

What we need is an Open and Affirming God. A God that is not ashamed of us, not looking at us as a mistake or fluke of creation. We need a God that is Proud of us, Proud of our … Continue reading →

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What We Need From Christianity

Posted on December 30, 2018 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

I’ve been thinking lately about the relationship between the LGBT community and Christianity. The relationship has a history of being strained or even non-existent. Many of the LGBT community often say they feel unwelcomed or unwanted in churches and places … Continue reading →

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Isaiah 56:7 — The Church is For All Peoples

Posted on May 4, 2018 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

A house of prayer for all nations. A house of prayer for all peoples. Isaiah 56:7 “these I will bring to my holy mountain and give them joy in my house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be … Continue reading →

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Thoughts and Reflections, April 10th, 2018

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

A question I have asked myself often lately is this: What scene or moment would sum up for you the impact of Jesus upon the LGBT community? The answer, in my mind, is taken from at the Book of Mathew … Continue reading →

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Community

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

I often ponder on this recurring question of whether or not religion and faith can belong in the LGBT community– and likewise, I am asked the reversed, can the LGBT community belong in religion and faith? There are days in which … Continue reading →

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Titus 2:11-14

Posted on September 17, 2017 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Titus 2:11-14 New International Version (NIV) For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, … Continue reading →

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Psalm 35:1-3, Psalm 43

Posted on June 3, 2017 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

Psalm 35:1-3 (NKJV) “Plead my cause, O Lord, with those who strive with me; fight against those who fight against me. Take hold of shield and buckler, and stand up for my help. Also draw out the spear, and stop … Continue reading →

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First Transgender Mass in Cuba

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

First Transgender Mass in Cuba From Reuters news media, a story about a transgender priest conducting her first Mass in Communist Cuba.   By Sarah Marsh and Anett Rios | MATANZAS, Cuba MATANZAS, Cuba For decades belonging to a religion … Continue reading →

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Some Good News Around the U.S.

Posted on April 6, 2017 by Rachel Conlin McLeod

I came across this article about First Parish Church in Plymouth, Massachusetts and their observance of International Transgender Day of Visibility and thought it was worth sharing. First Parish of Plymouth Hosts Transgender Day of Visibility By Emily Clark eclark@wickedlocal.com … Continue reading →

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