People of Faith for Equality in Virginia

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Welcoming Congregations

HOW WELCOMING IS YOUR FAITH COMMUNITY?


Please help us understand more about your community of faith in relation to your acceptance of, activities and practices for LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning) persons.

1. Welcomes open LGB members



2. Has LGB clergy



3. Has LGB persons in positions of leadership



4. Ordains LGB members as clergy



5. Ordains LGB members as elected leaders



6. Welcomes same-gender couples



7. Performs same-gender unions



8. Offers counseling for same-gender couples



9. Offers counseling for LGB individuals



10. Has sermons and services that address LGB issues



11. Is as welcoming of & comfortable with transgender (T) persons as with LGB persons



12. Provides educational or enrichment experiences that deal with LGB issues



13. Welcomes non-traditional families to participate in family-centered services and activities



14. Provides resources or opportunities for others outside your community of faith



15. Is affiliated with a ‘formal’ body of faith (within a denominational system) whose primary purpose is to support LGBT persons in faith communities



16. Would like to be involved in discussions & educational events supportive of LGBT persons/issues



17. Identifies itself as welcoming in local media.

18. Prints somewhere on Order of Service that we welcome all people

19. Uses inclusive language in our newsletter, worship services, & religious education

20. Has inclusive congregational bylaws (e.g., non-discrimination policy)

21. What is your avg attendance?



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