Led by a openly lesbian minister, St Michael’s Uniting Church in Melbourne hopes to provide a sanctuary for LGBTQ people hurt by religious institutions
Until recently, I was spiritually homeless all my life. I have been rejected from all places of worship – I tried the mosque, I tried the synagogue, I tried the church, but they all said, you’re gay, stay out.
‘It has been quite important for me to find a church that is accepting and inclusive,’ … Cookie, a choir member.I have been a church musician for more than 25 years. I have had some challenging experiences as a queer person in religion, so it has been quite important for me to find a church that is accepting and inclusive.
‘ I go to church for my spiritual health. And for the community,’ … Laura with her partner Debbie after the service.A lot of people have been rejected by the church. My friends would often ask me, “Why do you go to church, as a lesbian?” My response would be: “Why do you go to the gym?”
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