Meet the transgender minister representing LGBTQ+ rights in Georgia
Rev. Andi Woodworth was the first out trans pastor to lead the Georgia House in prayer — and believes she helped turn back some anti-trans legislation.
April 25 2024 6:30 AM
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How I navigated through religious trauma
I've spent years grappling with the impact of religion on my identity. How I found solace in nature's splendor as my ultimate spiritual path.
April 12 2024 11:00 AM
Pope Francis can’t seem to decide whether the church should welcome or condemn trans people
How does Pope Francis square what he did Monday with his meetings with trans groups and allowing trans people to be baptized in the church?
April 08 2024 8:22 PM
The queerness of King James I, of Bible fame
He commissioned the version of the Bible used by many Christians and being hawked by Donald Trump. The king and a male lover are also the subjects of a new miniseries, Mary and George.
April 05 2024 1:35 PM
3 books to read before the November elections
These political reads examine the current state of facism, religion, transphobia, and more in the U.S.
April 04 2024 9:38 AM
Not to be outdone by Trans Day of Visibility, Trump weirdly declares ‘Christian Visibility Day’
The former president appears to be banking on manufactured outrage by right-wing extremists.
April 03 2024 3:13 PM
Karine Jean-Pierre slams right-wing misinformation on Trans Day of Visibility
No, President Biden wasn't disrespecting Easter in proclaiming Sunday TDOV, the out press secretary said — they just happened to fall on the same date.
April 02 2024 11:47 AM
It’s Easter, and Trump spent Holy Week hawking a Bible
Some of The Advocate's editorial team discussed Trump's "God Bless the USA" Bible. Let's just say they had thoughts.
March 31 2024 4:56 PM
Trans chaplain speaks to Tennessee legislature as Republicans try to erase people like her
Dahron Johnson told The Advocate why the speaking engagement was significant and what she hoped it did for transgender people’s representation amid Republican attacks on trans lives.
March 21 2024 3:32 PM
He was fired for officiating a queer wedding. Here's how he's fighting back
Joseph Kuilema lost his job with Calvin University after officiating a queer couple's wedding. He's disgusted that the school discriminates in the name of God.
March 21 2024 9:00 AM
Pastor warns against gospel music because '78%' of musicians are gay
Ghanaian pastor and musician Sonnie Badu says that even gospel music isn't safe from the evil gays.
March 19 2024 2:55 PM
From contradictions to compassion, the LDS Church struggles with LGBTQ+ inclusion
The history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reflects a history of evolving LGBTQ+ stances amidst pressures for greater inclusivity.
March 15 2024 4:30 PM
Even in red states, the vast majority of Americans support LGBTQ+ protection laws
Most Americans support nondiscrimination laws and other protections, and a large number of them intend to vote based on it. However, those numbers are on the decline according to a new survey.
March 12 2024 4:13 PM
Parasol Patrol plans to outshine Westboro Baptist Church’s anti-LGBTQ+ bigotry at Oklahoma protest
The group will feature hundreds of volunteers in Owasso in the name of Nex Benedict with colorful umbrellas who will shield kids from cruel messages by the infamous Christian hate group.
March 05 2024 4:03 PM
A pious Church and Cardinal Dolan trashes a dead trans woman who, like Jesus, helped the marginalized
Cecilia Gentil helped trans people, sex workers and HIV/AIDS victims, while a certain Catholic cardinal lives extravagantly
February 22 2024 2:35 PM
Justice Samuel Alito wishes homophobia was acceptable
The conservative Supreme Court justice thought jurors who were dismissed for their antigay religious beliefs were treated unfairly.
February 21 2024 10:24 AM
Alabama Supreme Court endangers IVF access by ruling frozen embryos are people
In a notable union of church and state, the Alabama Supreme Court cited Christian faith as reason to jeopardize access to in vitro fertilization (IVF).
February 20 2024 4:59 PM
For Lent, Hobby Lobby and #HeGetsUs should give up making self-righteous feet-washing commercials
The Jesus Super Bowl ads made a mockery out of a solemn Easter tradition, treating the marginalized like criminals and dissing the humility of Jesus.
February 15 2024 1:49 PM
Libs of TikTok loses it after Kansas university participates in ‘Glitter Ash Wednesday’ event
Fort Hays State University’s LGBTQ+ inclusive Ash Wednesday event draws attention and backlash, highlighting the tension between religious observance and the push for inclusivity.
February 15 2024 11:40 AM
What it means for LGBTQ+ Americans to leave — or choose — Christianity
Almost two-thirds of LGBTQ+ people who were raised Christian have left, new data finds. But queer Black Americans have more to leave behind.
February 14 2024 6:37 PM